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Back from the US for two weeks now – hear all about my US trip and the fascinating research.

I’ve been back from the States for just over two weeks now, but it’s taken me a while to catch up on the day-to-day stuff! So, the trip…

Bouchercon in Baltimore

I had a great time at this international mystery convention – so good I hope to get back in 2010, when it’s being held in San Francisco. Both of my panels went well and I met some great people – authors and readers alike.

New York

After Bouchercon came a quick visit to New York, where I met my agent and US editor for the first time.  Also managed to spend time with my best friend who lives in the US.

LA

Next stop was LA and some major location research. It’s been a while since I’ve been to LA, and given my books are now set there it was time to visit again. My stops included the FBI office, the coroner’s office (see pic above), Little Tokyo (which features in book 4), the DEA office and much more. The highlight was speaking to two FBI agents from the LA Field Office and I also found a great location for a crime scene. Look out for it in book 5 (untitled so far).

Home

Then it was home to my little girl – I missed her so much! Also waiting for me was the final page proofs for the Aussie edition of book 4, The Killing Hands.