I’ll be blogging about a subject that has been a recent topic of discussion. The subject is “Writing What I Don’t Know.” In this blog I talk about the types of research I did while writing my second novel, scheduled for release on September 1, 2012.
Please stop in at Savvy Authors to read my post and let me know what you think. I’m interested in your research experiences.
Work continues on the sequel. Spoke with a member of the Ramsey County Medical Examiner’s Office yesterday. Spent time today viewing the crime scene. Pete and Martin are working long days, trying to solve the case. Stay tuned.
Wow, 2012 already. I’m working hard on a 2012 sequel to Blinded by the Sight. Eight chapters and counting. For those of you wondering what is going to happen to Pete Culnane, he’s still trying to decide. Happy belated New Year!
December 12 – 7:00 – 8:30 PM Four North Star Firsts at the Merriam Park Library, 1831 Marshall Ave., St. Paul, MN. I will be one of the four authors and will talk about writing and getting published in the current environment.
December 6, join me with three other Sisters in Crime authors for the World of Ink internet radio show. Check it out at World of Ink: http://www.blogtalkradio.com/worldofinknetwork/2011/12/07/a-good-story-is-a-good-story-with-host-marsha-casper-cook. Their call in number is (714) 242-5259, call with your questions.
Another stop on my blog tour! This time writing about “What’s In A Name?” Here I reveal where I got the names for my characters. Check it out at Savvy Authors.
November 19-8:00 AM-noon Signing at Park Patio Sale, 8265 E. Southern Ave., Mesa, AZ 85209. Stop in if you’re in the vicinity.
UPDATE: Two graduates of St. Catherine University joined me today. One was a new acquaintance, the other a long-time friend. Both made my day!
Another stop on my blog tour! Check it out at Amy Corwin’s Fiction Writing and Other Oddities.
(l to r) Anne Haisley, me, Mom
October 21 – noon-2 PM Presentation and Signing at Books Inc, 505 NW 13 St., Gainesville, FL, 32601. Everyone is invited.
UPDATE: Enjoyed the event and guests. Special thanks to Anne Haisley. She was a wonderful host.
October 10 – 1:00 – 3:00 Presentation and Signing at Turkey Creek Country Club, 11400 Turkey Creek Blvd, Alachua, FL, 32615.
Another stop on my blog tour! This time Paula interviews protagonist Lt. Pete Culnane. Check out the interview at Paula’s Coppers.
October 1 – 1:00 – 3:00 Signing at Local Author Day at Barnes and Noble Booksellers, 3940 Division Street, St. Cloud, MN 56301. St. Cloud is my hometown, and I’d love to see everyone with whom I’ve lost contact.
September 24 – noon-2 PM Signing at Once Upon A Crime Mystery Bookstore, 604 West 26th St., Minneapolis, MN 55405. Everyone is invited.
Participated in this fun event for publishers and booksellers. Sponsored by the Twin Cities Chapter of Sister in Crime.
September 11 – 4:00 PM Reading and Book Signing at Magers & Quinn Booksellers, 3038 Hennepin Ave. S., Minneapolis, MN 55408. Everyone is invited.
(l to r) Deb Harper, me, Pam McCord
September 7 – 7:30 PM Please join me for my book launch at Nina’s Coffee Cafe, 165 Western Ave. N., St. Paul, MN 55102. Wine and snacks will be served after the reading and Q & A. I’d love to see you at this celebration hosted by Garrison Keillor’s Common Good Books, also located at 165 Western Ave. N.
First stop on my blog tour. Check it out at Marja’s Mystery Blog.
“When a homeless man is found near the Mississippi River in St. Paul, Minnesota, veteran Lieutenant Pete Culnane heads the investigation. This suspenseful tale of family secrets shows off the skilled writing of newcomer S. L. Smith and her deft handling of police procedures. BLINDED BY THE SIGHT is well worth a closer look.” Mary Logue, author of the Claire Watkins mystery series
“Blinded by the Sight is an intriguing mystery with a hometown feel, a fine debut novel.” Lois Greiman, award winning author of Unzipped
“Fans of Roger Stelljes take note! Pete Culnane’s a tenacious new investigator on the scene and will dog the bone of leads to the very end. A hummer of a debut by SL Smith.” Jessie Chandler, author of the Shady O’Hanlon Caper Series
“Blinded by the Sight is a delightful debut novel. Readers looking for a good police procedure won’t be disappointed, and anyone who knows the Twin Cities will have a ball mapping the action. Count me among the multitude of readers who will be watching for more to come from S.L. Smith.” William Kent Krueger, New York Times bestselling author of the Cork O’Connor mystery series
Blinded by the Sight
by S. L. Smith
ISBN 0-87839-439-7
Mystery set in St. Paul, MN
North Star Press of St. Cloud, MN· September 1, 2011
6 x 9 · Paperback · 266 pp · New!
