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- I am a Writer. Co-Author of "DAVID JANSSEN-MY FUGITIVE", published by Lifetime Books, Inc., Hollywood, Fl. in 1994 (Hardcover), re-printed in Paperback 3 times, 1995. I co-authored this biography of the late actor with his first wife, ELLIE JANSSEN.
While writing this book, I was employed as Chief Investigator for a criminal dfefense law firm in Miami, Fl. The moderate success of this book gave rise to my hidden passion, WRITING. My boss retired, which gave me the impetus to make the career change.
My first novel, "THE EXECUTION of JUSTICE", is a work of FICTION, based on the true story of the murder of a close friend, an Indianapolis Police Department Robbery-Homicide Detective. It is the debut novel of the "Detective Mike Walsh" novels series. The second in this series is "THE JOCKEY'S WIDOW" (working title), based on a murder case I worked on for the law firm. The third novel in the series is "INSANE JUSTICE", also based on a double homicide case I worked on for the law firm.
I do not have a Literary Agent as yet. I will be sending query letters to agents for the next "Mike Walsh" novels.
I am happily divorced, and live in Miami, Florida with my German Shepherd, Rico der Hunter III.
- What is your favorite James Patterson book?
- I have read, and have in my bookcase the following JAMES PATTERSON novels:
FOUR BLIND MICE; HONEYMOON, AND JUDGE & JURY.
I LOVE them all! Now that I have found this site, I will rush out and buy EVERY book Mr. Patterson has written. He has replaced Patricia Cornwell as my favorite author, and he is a great role model, not just for kids, but for a "new", old author.
- How many Patterson's have you read?
- Whatever I can get my hands on!
- Why are you here?
- Reading groups and gab., Sleuthing and thrills and maybe the off Murdertini!, What do you know? I'm a writer myself., Any friend of James is a friend of mine!
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DAVID JANSSEN - MY FUGITIVE * FOURTH EDITION * NOW AVAILABLE
This is a Hardcover Edition, 150 pages, containing thirty-four photos from Ellie Janssen's private collection. Photos of major Hollywood Stars including; JOHN WAYNE, RONALD REAGAN (pre-White House years), BOB HOPE, GREGORY PECK, DEAN MARTIN, RAQUEL WELCH, BARBARA STANWYCK, SUZANNE PLESHETTE, and many more. There is also an Update by Michael Phelps.
This is the only a… Continue
Posted on July 26, 2009 at 10:17am —
ANOTHER FIVE STAR REVIEW FOR THE EXECUTION OF JUSTICE!
"I was so honored when Mr. Phelps asked me personally to review his book. This is the debut story of Mike Walsh, a patrol officer in the Indianapolis Police Department and it introduces us to what will be a series of Mike Walsh detective novels.
A… Continue
Posted on May 19, 2009 at 2:52pm —
REVIEW of THE EXECUTION OF JUSTICE by MICHAEL PHELPS
"This is the story of Mike Walsh a policeman and then a robbery-homicide detective for the Indianapolis Police Department. The book is based on a true story. The fact that the story took place in Indianapolis is what first drew me to the book. I was born and raised and live in Indianapolis. I enjoyed the book very much and particularly knowi… Continue
Posted on May 8, 2009 at 11:19am —
REVIEWS OF THE EXECUTION OF JUSTICE ARE ROLLING IN.
On April 17, 2009, CHARLES ASHBACHER, nationally syndicated and Amazon Top 50 Book Reviewer gave his FOUR STARS rating at www.amazon.com
"A depiction of a detective, who's professional life expands while his personal life suffers.
Mike Walsh is a patrol cop with a stable marri… Continue
Posted on April 30, 2009 at 5:49pm —
JAMES PATTERSON INSPIRES
I co-authored "DAVID JANSSEN - MY FUGITIVE", written with the late actor's first wife, ELLIE JANSSEN. I had know both years before, and rekindled a friendship when she relocated from Las Vegas to Miami. We happened to see each other in The Jockey Club, and I asked why she had not written a book ab… Continue
Posted on January 10, 2009 at 8:56am — 1 Comment
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Yes, the first two shows went great. Opening night we had a full house, and everyone raved about the show both nights.
I enjoyed each one immensly, and the energy and excitement after the show is like nothing I've ever experienced :D
I wish there were more people out there like you in the world.
My wife, Greer, just read your note about her mother. She says Thank You also and can't wait to read your book.
First, yes, the next book in my Deadly Sports Mysteries series, Dead Ball, will be released in July. It takes place at AllSport, the ICSF foundation campus that was mentioned in Sudden Death. Many of the same characters -new story. It was just added to the Sterlinghouse Bookstore site at a 20% discounted pre-order price.
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Also, I would be happy to sign your copy of Sudden Death. Send me a note to mbalkind@hotmail.com and I will send you my address.
Thanks for your thoughts and prayers for Hermie. She has taught me so much about having the right attitude. I will let her know of your wishes and prayers.
I will be buying your new book as soon as it's available on amazon.
Michael
www.balkindbooks.com
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