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David Bishop

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in Washington, D.C., The United States
January 12

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I was born in Washington, D.C. From there my life likely mirrored that of a lot of my readers. We moved around. I got some education. Played some sports, and got some more education. Prior to becoming a novelist, I worked as a financial analyst determining the value of companies. But let's talk about my current and final career, writing mystery novels.

As a writer, I conjure up occurrences designed to quickly bring the story to a roiling boil. Along the way, I invent people. Victims and villains and heroes are needed, as well as a supporting cast. I make these people fun and interesting so you will welcome them and i
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David Bishop The joy of writing and the pleasure of hearing from readers who find your work entertaining.
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“An onion can make people cry, but an entertaining novel can make people cry and laugh, and smile, and relax.” by David Bishop.

“If fast food restaurants sold men, he would be the ninety-nine-cent special.” Maddie Richards in The Beholder.

“Money is something about which one can be more principled after they have an adequate supply.” Matt Kile in Who Murdered Garson Talmadge.

“I have always had trouble recorking an opened curiosity.” Matt Kile in Who Murdered Garson Talmadge.”
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“Life is what happens to us on the way to our dreams.”
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“We all have some kind of baggage,” I said. “Life is not about whether we have it, or what it is, but how we carry it.”
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“An onion can make people cry, but an entertaining novel can make people cry and laugh, and smile, and relax.” by David Bishop.

“If fast food restaurants sold men, he would be the ninety-nine-cent special.” Maddie Richards in The Beholder.

“Money is something about which one can be more principled after they have an adequate supply.” Matt Kile in Who Murdered Garson Talmadge.

“I have always had trouble recorking an opened curiosity.” Matt Kile in Who Murdered Garson Talmadge.”
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Kris Neri Thanks for friending this mystery & paranormal author, David. It's always great to connect with other authors.

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message 1: by Martha (last edited Jul 15, 2012 04:56PM)

Martha Francescato Amazon Top Rated: best Mystery Series

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The Beholder, A Maddie Richards Mystery
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Who Murdered Garson Talmadge, A Matthew Kile Mystery (a Matt Kile Mystery)
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The Blackmail Club, a Jack McCall Mystery
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4.9 out of 5 stars (30)

GREAT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!


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