Joanna Campbell Slan

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PUBLISHED: Sep.01.2008

Every scrapbook tells a story. Memories of friends, family . . .and murder? Mousy housewife Kiki Lowenstein has two great loves: scrapbooking and her young daughter, Anya. But her happy family album is ruined when her husband, George, is found naked and dead in a hotel room. As Kiki tracks down George's murderer, she discovers his sordid secret life. Cruel taunts by George's former...

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Nov.02.2010 - 1:34 pm

St. Louis Slang

If the United States had a belly button, that central spot would be St. Louis, Missouri. It has been called the "northern-most of southern and the southern-most of northern...

Aug.21.2010 - 12:44 pm

10 things to do in St. Louis: how to enjoy the city like a local

Whether you like jazz or opera, historic sites or popular entertainment, the visual arts or dance, there's something to satisfy every taste in St. Louis, Missouri. Centrally...

Jan.06.2010 - 8:35 am

Write What You Know, Even When It Hurts?

"Write what you know." That's the advice I was given as a beginning author, and it's still worth sharing. But what about when it's something you don't WANT to...

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Jan.06.2010 - 1:07 pm

In response to: Write What You Know, Even When It Hurts?

Thank you, Mary.

I've worked with a domestic violence counselor, and she's very happy that I'm using this forum to reach women.

About Joanna

I'm the author of a mystery series and 11 non-fiction books. Paper, Scissors, Death was nominated for an Agatha Award for Best First Novel. My college textbook--Using Stories and Humor--has been endorsed by Toastmasters. I'm married to David Slan, CEO of...

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