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Writers On The Beat: Crime Writers and Crime Fighters

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by Gavin Reese

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Gavin Reese interviews authors and experts to help all writers compose more authentic cops, crimes, and criminals in their stories. During his law enforcement career, Gavin comforted the dying, talked dozens out of suicide, and saved domestic abuse victims from their assailants. He’s taken child rapists, murderers, and human traffickers into police custody, and enjoyed the distinct honor of protecting visiting foreign royalty and national American political figures from both sides of the aisle. He's worked in Patrol, Training, SWAT, Special Investigations, Narcotics, & Dignitary Protection.

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February 15, 2022

Former Cop and Acclaimed Author Aaron Philip Clark on Writing Crime Fiction

For this episode of Writers On The Beat, acclaimed author and screenwriter Aaron Philip Clark steps into the Interrogation Room to try getting his story straight. Aaron is a native son of Los Angeles, and he’s written works acclaimed by some of the heaviest hitters in writing today. Prior to putting pen to paper, he worked for the LAPD, and his experiences there informed his first fiction novel that came out last fall, entitled UNDER COLOR OF LAW. The main character, Trevor Finnegan, made critical errors during his rookie year that both set his career in motion and haunt his conscience. The second installment in this series, BLUE LIKE ME, releases in the fall of 2022. In this episode, Aaron and host Gavin Reese discuss writing authentic crime fiction, creating relatable and gripping characters, and who Aaron would want investigating his own homicide. Aaron’s works: <a href="https://www.amazon.com/stores/aaron-philip-clark/author/B075j8wrq6">https://www.amazon.com/stores/aaron-philip-clark/author/B075j8wrq6</a> Aaron’s site: <a href="http://aaronphilipclark.com/">http://aaronphilipclark.com</a>/ Gavin’s works: <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Gavin-Reese/e/B072W5PPGS">https://www.amazon.com/Gavin-Reese/e/B072W5PPGS</a> Gavin’s site: <a href="https://gavinreese.com/">https://gavinreese.com</a> #writersbeat #writerslife #writerscraft #amwriting #amwritingfiction #amwritingthrillers #amreading #amwritingcrime #amreadingcrime #amreadingfiction #amreadingthrillers #fiction #bestseller #writer #author #thriller #mystery #secretagent #gavinthecop #gavinreese #espionage #spy #spies #fictionalcrime #crimefiction #cheapfiction #budgetfiction #amwritingmystery #race #bluelikeme #blackcops #LAPD #redemption #salvation #murder #corruption #detectivefiction

January 11, 2022

WRITERS ON THE BEAT: Acclaimed Debut Novelist and History PhD Peter Mann on Historical Fiction

Acclaimed debut novelist Peter Mann steps into the Interrogation Room to try getting his story straight. Host Gavin Reese has questions. Peter better have the answers. Peter Mann has a Ph.D. in Modern European History and is a recipient of the Whiting Dissertation Fellowship. He teaches history and literature at Stanford and the University of San Francisco, and he’s also a graphic artist. Peter regularly creates and publishes “The Quixote Syndrome” comic strip. In this episode, Peter and host Gavin Reese discuss genre, reader expectations, crafting complex and flawed characters, and the historical inspiration for this unique story. Get THE TORQUED MAN now: <a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B09294LKBQ/">https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B09294LKBQ/</a> Peter’s site and works: <a href="https://petermannbooks.com/">https://petermannbooks.com/</a> Gavin’s works: <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Gavin-Reese/e/B072W5PPGS">https://www.amazon.com/Gavin-Reese/e/B072W5PPGS</a> Gavin’s site: <a href="https://gavinreese.com/">https://gavinreese.com</a> #writersbeat #writerslife #amwriting #amwritingfiction #amwritingthrillers #bestseller #author #writer #novel #novelist #usatodaybestseller #amazonbestseller #copauthor #writerscraft #craftofwriting #gavinreese #gavinthecop #policeprocedural #writersofinstagram #conspiracyfiction #thrillerfiction #petermann #fiction #thriller #espionage #historicalfiction #WWII #VicheyFrance #acclaimed #amwritingfiction #amwritingthrillers #amreading #amreadingthrillers #amreadingfiction #amreadingespionage #history #literarynoir #darkcomedy #originalstory #originalstories #queerstories #torquedman #thetorquedman #historicalfiction #spies #Awehr #frankryan #operationsealion

January 11, 2022

WRITERS ON THE BEAT: Acclaimed Bestseller and Retired US Army LTC Brad Taylor on END OF DAYS

Acclaimed international bestseller Brad Taylor steps in the Interrogation Room to try to get his story straight. Brad retired from the US Army as a Lieutenant Colonel in 2010 after more than twenty-one years of service. He spent of that with the 1stSpecial Forces Operational Detachment-Delta, commonly known as Delta Force. His last assignment was as an assistant professor of military science at The Citadel. Brad’s written fifteen New York Times bestsellers, and he’s back with the 16th full-length installment in his popular Pike Logan series. The latest release is called “End of Days,” and it relies heavily on Brad’s expertise in asymmetric warfare and security threat protection. In this episode, Brad and host Gavin Reese discuss research on lockdown, writing authentic, experience-based fiction, keeping series characters fresh, mentors, and which fictional characters Brad wants on Task Force Taylor. Get END OF DAYS now: <a href="https://www.amazon.com/End-Days-Logan-Novel-Thriller-ebook/dp/B0929275KP/">https://www.amazon.com/End-Days-Logan-Novel-Thriller-ebook/dp/B0929275KP/</a> Brad’s site and works: <a href="https://bradtaylorbooks.com/">https://bradtaylorbooks.com/</a> Gavin’s works: <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Gavin-Reese/e/B072W5PPGS">https://www.amazon.com/Gavin-Reese/e/B072W5PPGS</a> Gavin’s site: <a href="https://gavinreese.com/">https://gavinreese.com</a> #writersbeat #writerslife #amwriting #amwritingfiction #amwritingthrillers #bestseller #author #writer #novel #novelist #usatodaybestseller #amazonbestseller #copauthor #writerscraft #craftofwriting #gavinreese #gavinthecop #policeprocedural #writersofinstagram #conspiracyfiction #thrillerfiction #bradtaylor #fiction #thriller #espionage #asymmetricwar #israel #middleeast #irl #pikelogan #CIA #mossad #acclaimed #bestseller #NYTBestseller #amwritingfiction #amwritingthrillers #amreading #amreadingthrillers #amreadingfiction #amreadingespionage #WWIII

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What is Writers On The Beat: Crime Writers and Crime Fighters?: Gavin Reese interviews authors and experts to help all writers compose more authentic cops, crimes, and criminals in their stories.

During his law enforcement career, Gavin comforted the dying, talked dozens out of suicide, and saved domestic abuse victims from their assailants. He’s taken child rapists, murderers, and human traffickers into police custody, and enjoyed the distinct honor of protecting visiting foreign royalty and national American political figures from both sides of the aisle. He's worked in Patrol, Training, SWAT, Special Investigations, Narcotics, & Dignitary Protection.
How often does this podcast release new episodes?: This podcast updates daily.
Where can I listen to this podcast?: This podcast is available on 4 platforms including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more. You can also use the RSS feed directly.
Does this podcast accept guests?: Yes, this podcast regularly features guests.

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