by Judy Penz Sheluk | Apr 11, 2026 | My Publishing Journey, News, Views & Clues, Newsletters
A FATAL AFFAIR: THE MURDER OF HELEN GRIER Amanda Capper and I are getting closer to a completed first draft. The goal has always been April 30 and we “might” make it. There is a lot of research and even more rabbit holes, not to mention the learning curve...
by Judy Penz Sheluk | Jan 20, 2026 | My Publishing Journey, Newsletters
In late December 2022, I was diagnosed with breast cancer. As a 14-year survivor, convinced “10 years” was the magic number, I was unprepared for such news. But here’s the thing. Cancer doesn’t care if you’ve had it before. It...
by Judy Penz Sheluk | Sep 6, 2025 | News, Views & Clues, Newsletters, One Writer's Journey
Killer Nashville Awards Update Well, I didn’t win a Silver Falchion for Larceny & Last Chances, but it truly was an honor to be nominated. The winner in the best Anthology/Collection category was DAY by Patrick Kitson. Congrats Patrick! Here’s a list...
by Judy Penz Sheluk | Jul 6, 2024 | Newsletters, One Writer's Journey
Did you know I have a (mostly) monthly newsletter? It’s called News, Views & Clues and I include book and event updates, promo offers and quick reviews of books I’ve read. If you’re already a subscriber, thank you. If you’re not, I...
by Judy Penz Sheluk | Mar 18, 2023 | Newsletters, One Writer's Journey
In addition to a weekly blog, I also send out a newsletter. The timing might be monthly or quarterly — basically it’s when I have enough news to share that I decide to send one. Here’s a link to the one just sent in March (my first since December)...