New Walker Holmes thriller -‘Blood in the Water’ – available now!

Walker Holmes’ world has fallen apart yet again—his girlfriend has left him, an expose on human trafficking has led to his source being brutally murdered,…

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Have you reviewed ‘City of Grudges?’

If you read ‘City of Grudges’ but not written a review on Amazon, please do so today. We’re close to selling out the first printing,…

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Vote for ‘City of Grudges’

Every year Killer Nashville receives hundreds of submissions for its Killer Nashville Silver Falchion Awards for the best books of the previous year. “City of…

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‘City of Grudges’ finalist for Killer Nashville award

“City of Grudges” is a finalist for the 2019 Killer Nashville Silver Falchion Award in the Thriller category. Killer Nashville is one of the most…

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‘City of Grudges’ wins international literary honor

For immediate release: Readers’ Favorite recognizes “City of Grudges” by Rick Outzen in its annual international book award contest, currently available on Amazon. The Readers’…

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‘City of Grudges’ finalist for state literary award

My novel ‘City of Grudges’ has advanced from semi-finalist to finalist for the 2018 Royal Palm Literary Award in the published book-length mystery genre category….

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‘City of Grudges’ named 2018 Royal Palm Literary Award semi-finalist

This was a pleasant surprise: Hi Rick, Greetings and congratulations! It is our pleasure and honor to inform you that your entry, City of Grudges,…

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MSNBC: Small-town murder, intrigue in ‘City of Grudges’

Friends have asked that I post my ‘Morning Joe’ interview about my novel ‘City of Grudges.’ Here is the link.

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Audio sample of ‘City of Grudges’

With the help of Dennis Gould of Soundworks, we created this audio sample of ‘City of Grudges.’ The book debuts a week from today on…

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Podcast: Writing a Southern thriller

In 2016, Pensacola attorney Mike Papantonio introduced Nicholas “Deke” Deketomis in his bestselling thriller “Law and Disorder.” Deketomis is a trial lawyer that has built…

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‘City of Grudges’ book signing tonight

We are holding a prelaunch book signing for my thriller “City of Grudges” tonight at the Atlas Oyster House from 5-6 p.m. We have a…

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