We talk of craft, of plot, of character arcs and compelling dialogue. We dissect sentence structure and fret over word choice. These are the bricks and mortar of storytelling, essential, undeniable. But there’s a deeper current, an unseen force that elevates mere...
Lucida Verba
A review on the ‘Concentration camp for kids’ section
by Debra Quincy | Sep 2, 2025 | Writing, Excerpts From My Books, Suspense, Text Analysis
There was absolutely nothing in the room except for two mattresses, four kids, and a lot of dirt."You speak English?" I asked while raising my arms a little with my palms downwards to hopefully signal something like, "Easy now... I'm a friend". I kinda physically...
When the Forgotten Past Breaks Through: The Day I Faced What Happened in the Mountains
by Debra Quincy | Aug 17, 2025 | All, Excerpts From My Books, Writing
Excerpt From Dirty Business: "I've been meaning to ask you something," Dave continued. "I know those weeks in the mountains were tough, and maybe it's just me, but when I look into your eyes, I get the feeling there is more to the story than you have told me. There's...
How To Be A Great ARC Reader
by Debra Quincy | Aug 10, 2025 | Writing, Marketing
What Is an ARC Reader — and Why you are Important If you’re someone who loves getting a sneak peek at new books before they’re available to everyone else, being an ARC reader could be really exciting for you. ARC means Advance Reader Copy — basically, it’s an early...
Beta Reader
by Debra Quincy | Aug 10, 2025 | Resources, Writing
Beta Readers Wanted First of all, thank you for even considering reading my draft. I know it’s a commitment of time and energy, and I don’t take that lightly. This book has been living in my head for a long while, and now that it’s out on paper, I need fresh eyes—your...
The Shittification of Amazon for Authors: Why Self-Publishing Feels Like a Trap
by Debra Quincy | May 17, 2025 | All, Marketing, Writing
Once hailed as a revolution for writers, Amazon’s self-publishing platform has become a cautionary tale of corporate greed, algorithmic gatekeeping, and a brutal pay-to-play system that crushes new voices under the weight of its own success. For a new or indie author,...
Swearwords in Book Publishing
by Debra Quincy | Nov 30, 2023 | All, Stories, Writing
The Nuances of Swear Words - A Sociolinguistic Exploration Swear words, also known as profanity or expletives, have long been a subject of fascination, controversy, and intrigue in human communication. Beyond their literal meanings, these words carry cultural,...
What is Noir Crime?
by Debra Quincy | Nov 19, 2023 | All, Book Genres, Writing
Unlocking the Shadows: Exploring the World of Crime Noir Crime Noir, often known as Noir fiction, is a captivating and gritty genre that delves into the darker side of human nature, blending crime, mystery, and a pervasive sense of disillusionment. Emerging in the...
What is Vigilante Justice
by David Holywood | Nov 10, 2023 | All, Book Genres, Writing
What is Vigilante Justice? Introduction to Vigilante Justice: Shadows Beyond the Law Vigilante justice, a theme embedded in the very fabric of human storytelling, invites us into a realm where individuals take justice into their own hands. Beyond the conventional...
Designing a cover for your book
by Debra Quincy | Nov 6, 2023 | All, Writing
Writing a book is a long process. But it is nothing compared to designing a cover. I spent half a year designing my first cover - including learning how to use Gimp. Gimp is a Free graphics tool. My first cover ended up looking like this and I was extremely happy...
How to overcome writers block and create stories with impact!
by Debra Quincy | May 27, 2023 | All, Writing
Struggling with writer's block? You're not alone. Many people wait for inspiration to strike, but the truth is, the best way to find it is by taking action. Just start writing! Think of it like turning on a faucet. If you wait for someone else to do it for you, you'll...
If you ever heard about Jack Reacher you should meet his sister!
Just like Jack, Debra is merciless in her pursuit of truth and justice. Both Jack and Debra are loners, but Deb needs to find her lost family. And being in the way of a determined woman proves fatal for mafias, trafficking rings and a few Government officials.
This is the story about Debra trying to find her sisters, one of them lost in trafficking. And there is a lot of cleaning to do. An Albanian trafficking ring, the Serbian mafia and even Fuckingham Palace are in danger when Deb goes hunting.












