Samantha Leary uncovers obsession, secrets, and deadly traps in The House on Teller Hill. A dark psychological thriller for mature readers.
Author Archives: J.E. Nickerson
Why Headings Matter: How to Make Your WordPress Articles Easier to Read (and Easier to Find)
Learn why headings matter in WordPress. Discover how to use H1, H2, and H3 tags to boost SEO, improve readability, and make your blog posts easier to scan.
Silent Night of Horrors: A Samantha Leary short story
The morning after Christmas, a body is found. Samantha Leary analyzes the scene, piecing together clues while shadows watch. Who killed her? A chilling teaser from the Samantha Leary series.
The power of resting—Why Writers Need to Listen to Their Bodies
Creativity thrives when writers care for their bodies. Learn why rest, hydration, and mindful breaks are not distractions from writing but essential parts of the creative process.
The Beating Heart of Suspense: How Mood and Timing Create Page-Turners
Suspense is the lifeblood of mystery writing. Learn how to build tension with mood, pacing, and restraint—using lessons from films like The Score, Abandoned, Cape Fear, Shutter Island, and The Birds.
Heart of Writing S2 E6 Creating Tension by Putting Your Character Where They Don’t Belong
“Heart of Writing S2E6 explores creating tension by placing your characters in the wrong place at the wrong time. Master suspense in your story!”
Eddie and Freddy Celebrate Thanksgiving Day Free through Cyber Monday
Celebrate Thanksgiving with Eddie and Freddy! This delightful children’s book is FREE from Thanksgiving through Cyber Monday. Join Eddie and Freddy on a fun, heartwarming adventure perfect for kids and families this holiday season.
The Power of Questions: How to Keep Readers Turning Pages
Learn how unanswered questions drive suspense and character development. Explore tips, exercises, and movie examples like Jason Bourne and The Wrong Man.
S2 E5 just because they can doesn’t mean they should
Heart of Writing S2 E5 – Just Because They Can Doesn’t Mean They Should
In this episode of Heart of Writing, we explore the fine line between what characters can do and what they should do in storytelling. Learn how thoughtful choices, consequences, and moral tension can make your fiction more compelling and believable. Perfect for writers looking to deepen character motivation and craft stories that resonate.
Heart of Writing S2 E3 Five Lessons Writers Can Learn from Legal Thrillers
Heart of Writing S2 E3 – Five Lessons Writers Can Learn from Legal Thrillers
In this episode of Heart of Writing, we dive into the gripping world of legal thrillers and uncover five key lessons writers can apply to their own storytelling. From crafting tension and high-stakes drama to creating compelling characters and plot twists, discover techniques that keep readers hooked from the first page to the last. Perfect for fiction writers looking to sharpen their suspense, pacing, and narrative skills.
We Are Wise Thinkers 