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William Manchee
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I was born and raised in Ventura, California, the home of Earl Stanley Gardner. I loved Perry Mason and some critics have said my legal mysteries reflect that influence. Steven King is my favorite author. I also read Scottalini, Grisham, Patterson, Sheldon and Koontz among others. Of course, everybody loves Harry Potter.
After writing ten mysteries, I've strayed into the fantasy/sci fi genre. It's much different and more challenging for me, but I'm having lots of fun and more success than I expected. Act Normal was featured in a Library Journal article last year called Hot Crime Trends by Jo Ann Vicarel along with the hugely popular, Charlane Harris. Just to be mentioned in the same sentence with such a fine author is exhilerating to say the least. Just recently I actually sat next to Charlane Harris at a book signing in Mobile Alabama and she was kind enough to ask for a copy of my latest work, Tarizon.
I just found out that next month Tarizon: The Liberator will be featured in a ForeWord Magazine article about new novels for young adult readers. I've posted an advance copy of the article for anyone interested in seeing it.
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Birth Place: Ventura, CA USA
Accomplishments: My signing af few years back at Little Professor books in Aberdeen, South Dakota was the 48th state in which I've promoted my novels since 1997. Since then I've participated in over 600 events in 225+ cities across the nation promoting the eight Stan Turner Mysteries, three suspense novels and one non-fiction.
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Books
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 | Act Normal, A Stan Turner Mystery Book 8 by William Manchee
In this 8th book Stan Turner struggles to keep his practice going in the wake of the tragic loss of his son and his rapidly disintegrating marriage. Mired in grief and debilitating depression, Stan is asked by the CIA to defend a woman accused of killing her husband and three small children. The CIA assures him she's innocent, but when one of the woman's children is found dead in an East Texas ra...
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 | Black Monday, A Stan Turner Mystery Vol 6 by William Manchee
Black Monday is set in Dallas during the savings and loan crisis of the late 80s and features legal sleuth, Stan Turner and his partner, Paula Waters. While Paula defends a man accused of murdering the chairman of a failed thrift, Stan searches for the killer of an old lady whose estate includes art treasures stolen by an American army officer during World War II....
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Short Stories
The Speech I Never Gave by William Manchee
If I only knew then what I know now......
My First Literary Agent by William Manchee
For a writer a good agent is essiential to success, but finding one can be difficutlt and perilous. ...
The Criminal Justice System by William Manchee
A portion of the orientation materials given to U.S Citizens exiled to Tarizon soon after they disembark from their Earth Shuttle....
Welcome to Tarizon by William Manchee
In my new world many Earth aliens are exiled to Tarizon. This is there welcome message when they get off their Earth shuttle. ...
Tarizon: Swarm 6222 by William Manchee
The State of Merria v. Sgt. Hirah Zahn, appeal of conviction for the supreme capital offense of genocide. Hall of Interpretors, Shisk, Turvin, Planet Tarizon....
Faith Restored by William Manchee
This is based on true events. The names and places have been changed to protect the privacy of the individuals involved....
Hope and Strength by William Manchee
My first short story featuring Detective Bingo Besch of the Dallas Police Department....
Rescue in Good Springs by William Manchee
This story was used in my novel, Second Chair. It's based on a true story from my mother's childhood....
Blood Brothers by William Manchee
This short story is part of a chapter in my first book, Twice Tempted....
A Million Fish by William Manchee
A Million Fish is a story cut from my next Stan Turner Mystery, CA$H Call. It's based on an actual outing with my daughter when she was 8 years. It's been altered significantly for dramatic effect....
River Of Peril by William Manchee
This is a true story that my children loved to hear when they were young....
Shooting the Bear by William Manchee
Believe it or not, this is a true story. My children made me tell it to them over and over again, so I finally sat down and wrote it out. If you are skeptical, I've got the picture to prove it....
Ventura County Fair by William Manchee
This is chapter one of Undaunted. As a youngster Stan lies to get out of a difficult situation. When his lie may send an innocent man to jail, he learns a valuable lesson about truth and justice....
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Poetry
For Love Only by William Manchee
This question keeps coming up so I gave it some thought and came up with this poem. It doesn't encompass all my thoughts on the subject but it's a start....
The Banker by William Manchee
I wrote this poem several years ago and it was published in my book, Yes, We're Open. I think you'll find it particularly rings true in light of recent events....
Oh, Ahmad! by William Manchee
From Trouble in Trinidad. In Trinidad-Tobago political speeches are often sang in Calypso. In this song Ahmad is the fictional Prime Minister who was perceived as bowing to American pressure to impose...
Wishing Astray by William Manchee
A poem that expresses my thoughts at turning 60....
The Prophecy by William Manchee
The premise for my science fiction Trilogy that takes place on the planet Tarizon is that there is a prophecy foretelling of an Earth alien's coming to Tarizon to overthrow an evil dictator. ...
Joshua by William Manchee
A poem to my first grandchild...
A Lawyer's Lament by William Manchee
Death Pact, The Poem by William Manchee
This poem is from the perspective of Erica Fox, a character in my novel, Death Pact....
Thirty-Five by William Manchee
Beware of Your Banker by William Manchee
If you borrow money
You should be aware
Of the truth about some bankers
’less you fall into their snare
Interest is their magic wand
That brings them mighty riches
Keep a ...
Striper by William Manchee
In the darkness before dawn
They gather at the waters’ edge
The proud guides of Lake Texoma
Planning, plotting, anticipating the great chase
Their sleek boats appear ominous benea...
Chill, It's No Big Deal by William Manchee
Get a nasty letter in the mail?
Send us money or we’ll give you hell?
Don’t lose your cool, don’t get upset
Chill, it’s no big deal
Creditor called and wants his bread?
Got ...
The Bookkeeper by William Manchee
Sally Ann, that was her name
Pretty and bright, she knew the game
Bookkeeping, typing—she did it all
She lifted our load so we could stand tall
Happy, relieved we’d found what we ...
Be Free by William Manchee
America, land of the free.
But is that true for you and me?
Got to work to survive
In by nine, out by five
Can’t be late, punch the clock
Work all day, shelves to stock
Sh...
Daughter In Law by William Manchee
As we watched our young son grow
The nagging question we yearned to know
Was who he’d have with him at his side
His companion in life until he died
We’d heard so many dreadful tal...
Pot of Gold by William Manchee
Did you know there’s a pot of gold
At the end of every rainbow?
That’s what my momma said
Every night before I went to bed
And I believed her, I did
Every word she said
Ca...
Hot Shower by William Manchee
In the morning when I’m stiff and groggy
And my body struggles with the new day
There’s nothing better than a hot shower
To wash the haze and laziness away
Hot steam rising, float...
The Cold White Snake by William Manchee
What happened to you, Joe?
My client, my friend, my bro
You disappeared, no word at all
Until that night, the chilling call
They’re out there everywhere you go?
Who’s out there? W...
Hacker by William Manchee
Mom and Dad, you're here, that's swell
There's something I have to say
I’ve found my soul mate, his name is Dell
And it's a glorious day!
Dell and I, you see, are one
He d...
Alone by William Manchee
In the next Stan Turner Mystery, Cash Call, set for release next summer, Stan finds this anonymous poem in his briefcase....
Waking by William Manchee
My favorite time each day
Is when I first awake
Alarm clock off
Nudged by dawn's first light
I lie there peacefully
Not quite asleep
no thoughts, bare cognizance
a nat...
Plastic by William Manchee
They came from everywhere
Over here and over there
The mail, the phone the mall
Unsolicited, one and all
Get them one, two or ten
Don’t wait—pick up the pen
It’s a simply ...
Take Away the Mirrors by William Manchee
Take away the mirrors
Rip them from the walls
I don’t want to see myself
Not anytime at all
Take away the mirrors
And my confidence will soar
I will fly like an eagle
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A Fireman Died Tonight by William Manchee
A Fireman Died Tonight
I heard it on the news
And sadness filled my heart
Dallas’ first in fifteen years
A fireman died tonight
His Station 26 was manned
So to 33 th...
Recipe For a Good Mystery by William Manchee
Recently some of us Texas authors were showcased at the Poteet Strawberry Festival in South Texas with the Great Chefs of Texas. This inspired me to write this Recipe for a Good Mystery....
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Articles
Tarizon' advances bold science-fiction traditions by William Manchee
Tarizon: The Liberator, Vol. No. 1, by William Manchee (Top Publications; $23)
Article by MICHAEL H. PRICE, March 27, 2009 ...
The Hero's Crossroads by Todd Mercer by William Manchee
That Fateful Moment of Decision. A ForeWord Magazine article featuring Tarizon:The Liberator along with nine other new young adult novels set for November-December issue....
Plano Profile Magazine Interviews William Manchee by William Manchee
Act Normal, A Stan Turner Mystery by Britney Porter...
Hot Crime Trends by William Manchee
Library Journal,September 1, 2007 Article entitled Hot Crime Trends by Jo Ann Vicarel...
Bitbooks, Digital Fiction Links by William Manchee
An easy and effective way to drive traffic to your author website. It's easy and it's FREE!...
Book signings will feature author of the Stan Turner mystery series by William Manchee
By Shay Templeton , Midland Reporter-Telegram 04/12/2003 ...
MyShelf.com Author of the Month by William Manchee
His books are like a fine wine that should be enjoyed over and over again because William Manchee can keep a reader spell bound for hours on end reading his words.
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Move Over Grisham by William Manchee
Article in the Venice Gondalier-Venice, Florida January 30, 2002...
Dallas Author's Trip to 'Trinidad' spells 'Trouble' by William Manchee
Feature article in Festiva by Brandice J. O’Brien, The Monitor, McAllen, Texas, September 7, 2001...
Attitude by William Manchee
An excerpt from an article by Helen Ginger, past president of the Writer's League of Texas....
Plano author pens new novel of mystery and romance by William Manchee
William Manchee pens a new romantic thriller, Death Pact, his fourth novel, and has several more already completed....
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News
5th Stan Turner Mystery Released by William Manchee
Lean Press releases Deadly Distractions...
CA$H CALL, Release August 31 2002 by William Manchee
The 4th Stan Turner Mystery, Ca$h Call by William Manchee, ISBN#0-9666366-8-6, $14.95, Trade Paperback, Top Publications, Ltd. is at the wholesaler and ready for it's August 31st release....
South Dakota Signing Marks 48th State Appearance by William Manchee
Since the release of his first book Twice Tempted in the Spring of 1997 Manchee has appeared at over 380 events, mostly book signings at Barnes and Noble, Hastings and Waldenbooks. During those events...
Audio Versions of Trouble In Trinidad Released. by William Manchee
The Audio versions of Manchee's new novel, Trouble In Trinidad, have now been released. Trouble in Trinidad by William Manchee, Unabridged Audio CD, (ISBN#1-929976-13-5 $38.00) and Unabridge Audio Cas...
Second Chair Goes into Second Printing by William Manchee
The first printing of Second Chair, Manchee's third Stan Turner Mystery, resently sold out and the secon printing is hot off the press....
Death Pact Popular in Australia by William Manchee
Death Pact, William Manchee's suspense novel released in July 1999, climbs into the top 25 favorites for Crime Novels by the editors NedKelley.com, Australia's premier internet bookseller....
Undaunted Goes Into Third Printing by William Manchee
The first Stan Turner Mystery, Undaunted, is going into its third printing. The first Stan Turner Mystery has been very popular and has continued to have a strong demand....
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Events
Manchee to Sign at Preston Royal Barnes & Noble 3/14/2009
William Manchee will appear to discuss and sign Tarizon: The Liberator, Vol 1 of the Tarizon Trilogy....
Manchee to Appear at Barnes & Noble 3/7/2009
William Manchee will sign his new science fiction novel, Tarizon: The Liberator, for young adults and above....
Manchee to Sign at Barnes & Noble Ft. Worth 1/10/2009
William Manchee will discuss and sign his latest novel, Tarizon: The Liberator, the first of the Tarizon Trilogy....
Manchee Signing at Barnes & Noble Saturday 1/3/2009
William Manchee to sign his latest science fiction novel, Tarizon: The Liberator, at Barnes and Noble on Saturday....
Radio Interview Set 1/2/2009
William Manchee will be interviewed about his latest novel Tarizon: The Liberator on Friday Night Live, January 2 2009, hosted by Jeff and Jim on radio KDKT- AM Fox Sports 1410 (http://www.FoxSports1410.com)...
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Links
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| William Manchee's Website
This is my personal website.
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Top Publications Website
This is my publisher's website.
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Manchee & Manchee, L.L.P.
This is my law firm's website.
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The Official Website of the Planet Tarizon
My fictional planet is called Tarizon and it is the setting for my the Tarizon Trilogy. The first book was released on September 15, 2008 and I've finished the first draft of the second. Now the hard part: Marketing.
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Additional information
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| My latest novel,Tarizon: The Liberator, has just now been released. It's my first venture into straight science fiction and was quite challenging. Luckily one of my children, Michael, is a good writer and a science fiction addict, so I had him edit the first draft of Tarizon and he provided me with an excellent critique and helped me avoid making any fatal mistakes. |
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Contact
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3100 Independence Pkwy Suite 311 PMB 349
Plano
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Fax: 972 233-0713
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