I’ll start off this month with a cool video from the family cabin in Frisco Colorado. This was caught on the security cameras, a huge moose and baby walking past. We’ll see if this comes over in the email when it’s sent. If not, you can find this and other wildlife videos and photos on the Wildlife section of the Fun Stuff Page on my website, along with other videos and photos for your enjoyment.
On my Bringing Life to Characters vodcast, towards the end of each episode I ask the author’s I’m interviewing their secret to bringing life to the characters in their books. The answers are fascinating to hear, providing me one of the great pleasures I have doing the show. There is no doubt in my mind, characters make the story. You can have the greatest and wildest plot twists, thrills and action. But if the characters don’t stand out and jump off the page, the books will not be compelling to the reader. Over the next several newsletters, I’ll highlight a few of the characters of my books. Protagonists, antagonists, and even a few of the secondary characters who’ve I’ve enjoyed bringing to life.
My first protagonist, is still one of my favorites and one I retired after Mann in the Crossfire, but couldn’t keep on the sidelines forever. The tough and snarky private eye, Jarvis Mann is still a joy for me to write. Flawed in many ways, the man reminds me of myself in certain aspects, especially when it comes to his sense of humor. Each of the 10 books (number 11 to be released later this year) written mostly in first person, which gives the story a personal touch. When I’m writing Jarvis, together we work the case, step by step, much the way a real investigator does, stumbling through the process along the way, until he gets the answers his client’s deserve. His personality shining through, along with the rough edges which often get him in trouble, with not only the villains he encounters, but the women in his life. He has evolved over time, from a ladies’ man who often fell victim to a women’s charms, to one who developed a faithful relationship, which in the end didn’t work out, leaving him single again. All real-life events many people deal with on a daily basis. I’ve always loved good private eye books, the classics being Sam Spade and Philip Marlowe, with my favorite being Robert B. Parker’s Spenser. Jarvis shares some of the traits of these private eyes, while at the same time being unique. He feels like a real flesh and blood person to me when I’m writing. I hope you feel the same.
You can find all 10 of the Jarvis Mann Private Eye books on Amazon, in Kindle, Paperback or on the Kindle Unlimited subscription service. If you prefer signed paperbacks and live in the US, all of them can be purchased, along with all my other books through my Website Book Store. If you’ve been on the fence about purchasing, I’m offering a 10 percent discount on any purchase until 12/31/2025, with no limit. During the checkout process enter the Coupon Code: JARVIS and the discount will be automatically added to the final cost. If you have any issues with the Coupon Code be sure to send an email to my Sales Email Address.
Many more reviews are pouring in for my latest book, Justice For The Forgotten. Below are couple of the newest ones. And here is a link to a YouTube Video of what people are saying about the book. You can purchase the book via Amazon in eBook, paperback or read on Kindle Unlimited. Or buy a signed paperback through my Website Book Store.
With secrets, lies, dangerous people and a race against time before the people trying to keep the secret hidden take aim at Donnie, this is a captivating, fast paced story that I just couldn’t put down. I look forward to reading more – Kerry
A new series from an author you enjoy is always a wonderful thing and let me tell you Mr Weir certainly did not disappoint with this amazing start to this new series. His descriptive writing and talented ability to surprise and captivate his readers can not be put into words, you simply have to read it to find out for yourself – Jules
The ninth book in the Jarvis Mann Private Eye series, Lethal Blues, was a finalist for a CAL Award (Colorado Authors League) but did not win. But here is a link to the YouTube Video of the Award Ceremony, as well as a link to a YouTube Video of what people are saying about Lethal Blues. I hope you’ll check both of them out.
I still have two copies of the Wild in Deadwood Anthology Volume 2 available to purchase for $25 plus $6 shipping (Yes you can use the Coupon Code for this book). This book includes 9 stories from several authors (many of which signed the book) featuring Deadwood South Dakota, including my Jarvis Mann Short Story, Adrift and Out of Time in Deadwood. Order your copy of Wild in Deadwood Anthology Volume 2 today through my Book Store.
This month I’ll be travelling to Nashville Tennessee for the Killer Nashville Book Conference. Unfortunately, the book I put up for an award is not a finalist. But I will be moderating a panel, Writing Like a Pantser, which will be a lot of fun. And I’ll spend time there with my daughter Dakota doing a little more research on Nashville, as it will be the main setting on the next Jarvis Mann PI book.
Welcome to all the new people who have signed up to receive my newsletter. Most coming from the free books I offer through Book Funnel. Don’t hesitate to email me if you have any questions. This month there are more Book Funnel promotions for you to check out. These will include free, discounted or Kindle Unlimited books.
Mystery Suspense Thriller Only Free Ebooks has 106 free eBooks to checkout until August 31st.
Crime Newsletter August 2025 has 60 free eBooks to download until August 31st.
Murder, Betrayal, and Femme Fatales has 12 free eBooks to add to your reading list until August 31th.
Summer’s End Series Starters has 37 eBooks to consider adding to your Kindle until August 31st.
Crime, Mystery, and Thriller Box Sets and Anthologies has 14 Box Sets and Anthologies to consider until August 31st.
Future Crime KU August 2025 has 17 books available on Kindle Unlimited.
Kindle Unlimited Only | Romantic Suspense + Thrillers has 46 eBooks available on Kindle Unlimited.
I will finish up this month reminding you about the Coupon Code: JARVIS which you can use on my Website Book Store to get 10% off any purchase. This Coupon Code is good until 12/31/25 for any purchases and can be shared with anyone interested in signed books. I hope to have other merchandise added in time for the holiday season.
Until next month, enjoy your summer and stay safe!!
R. Weir