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KA Lugo @kalugo.bsky.social · 15d

Back on Medium today. Talking to writers about the 7 basic plots and conflicts in fiction. This is great info for readers and movie goers too, to help you better understand the stories you're engaging with.

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Every penny earned goes towards tacos and dog toys! ;-)

Seven Basic Plots and Conflicts in Fiction

What keeps you from starting your book? Or keeps you from digging into it once you’ve started?

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KA Lugo @kalugo.bsky.social · 20d

Back on Medium this weekend. Honoring the amazing Janis Joplin on the 55th year since her tragic passing.

Please visit my page and tell me what your favorite Janis tune is.

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#JanisJoplin
#Pearl
#TheSixties

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KA Lugo @kalugo.bsky.social · Sep 23

Get in on the ground floor with SLAUGHTERED.

Average 4.8/5 star ranking on Amazon and Goodreads.

For fans of Lee Child, James Patterson, Tess Gerritsen, and Karin Slaughter

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#JackSlaughterThrillers
#JackSlaughter
#KALugo
#Go9ers
#GoNiners

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KA Lugo @kalugo.bsky.social · Sep 14

I've started a new article theme on Medium called Remember When... . This is an old family game we play whenever we're together. In my first piece, I recount the day Dad and I got locked inside the Smithsonian Castle in Washington DC 😁

Please, come by for a read.

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KA Lugo @kalugo.bsky.social · Aug 18

Back on Medium. Today, Writing Prompts.

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Feeling a little underwhelmed about writing your book? Try a writing prompt and a short story, perhaps something completely out of your normal wheelhouse, to get the juices flowing.

Writing Prompt: The Lamp

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KA Lugo @kalugo.bsky.social · Aug 16

Step into Jack Slaughter's world with the Jack Slaughter Thrillers series.

Available as ebooks, paperback, and hardcover for your keeper shelve or that special gift.

New reviews just in!

Average series rank 4.8/5 stars!!!

Get yours here:

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Slaughtered, Jack Slaughter Thrillers book 1 by KA Lugo

Witness to Slaughter, Jack Slaughter Thrillers book 2 by KA Lugo

Slaughterhouse, Jack Slaughter Thrillers book 3 by KA Lugo

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KA Lugo @kalugo.bsky.social · Aug 12

Every three months, another text, another body, another reminder the trail might end with Leah’s face or her grave. Then comes The Butcher, an invisible predator carving through the city, leaving no trace except fear itself.

#TirgearrTuesday
#TirgearrPublishing
#JackSlaughter

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KA Lugo @kalugo.bsky.social · Aug 7

These were called hanging coffees.

They weren't just for coffee though, but included meals.

We really should go back to these. There are so many living meal to meal these days.

KA Lugo @kalugo.bsky.social · Aug 7

SLAUGHTERED
Jack Slaughter Thrillers, #1

After the brutal loss of his family, SFPD homicide inspector Jack Slaughter leaves the department to become a PI and uses his fees to fund the search for his family.

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#ThrowbackThursday

KA Lugo @kalugo.bsky.social · Jul 26

Hey friends. I'm back on Medium today and talking about That Old Book Smell. 😁

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I'd appreciate some claps (up to 50 if you really like the article) and comments. I won't lie. It all goes towards earning a few pennies to help me pay for dog toys and tacos. 😊

That Old Book Smell

It’s Not What You Think!

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KA Lugo @kalugo.bsky.social · Jul 15

#TirgearrTuesday

Jack Slaughter - Dirty Harry for the 21st Century

This series has a 4.8/5 star rating across the board!!

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KA Lugo @kalugo.bsky.social · Jul 12

Back on Medium today.

I'm taking a look at the legendary star of the big screen, Clint Eastwood and his roll as Inspector Harry Callahan.

Here are a few unknown and little known facts about the actor and this iconic character, and of course, the movie.

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Clint Eastwood and Dirty Harry Callahan: Bet You Didn’t Know…

Even die hard fans of Clint Eastwood miss out on some of the more interesting facts about this legend of the big screen. Such as, a real…

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KA Lugo @kalugo.bsky.social · Jul 8

#BooksInPrint!

This is a *fabulous* series. If you love strong female leads, you have to read this series!

Head over to tirpub.com/waustin to find all of Winter's books.

What a gift this series would make for the thriller lover in your life!

#TirgearrTuesday
#AvailableNow
#NowInPrint

KA Lugo @kalugo.bsky.social · Jul 2

This is what real Americans look like. If you're not one of the native People...#YOUARETHEIMMIGRANT.

If you're not one of the native People... #STFU #ShutTheFuckUp!!

If you celebrate the 4th of July, you MUST HONOR the PEOPLE who were here BEFORE your people.

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KA Lugo @kalugo.bsky.social · Jul 2

This man! ❤️❤️❤️❤️

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#PassItOn
#PleaseShare
#ShareTheMessage

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KA Lugo @kalugo.bsky.social · Jun 26

Small, Medium, and Large...

A small story over on Medium told in a large way. That's how I'm rolling today!

Join me on Medium. I've written something new based on something historical for #ThrowbackThursday/#TBT!

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#WritingPrompts

Writing Prompts: Her Lover’s Kiss

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KA Lugo @kalugo.bsky.social · Jun 24

#Recommended!

DREAMS OF BETTER DAYS
Cathy Mansell

Ruth's heart whispers dreams of freedom and love.

Avail at all ebook retailers. $1.49 through this Sunday, 29th of June. Retail $4.99.

Find this book here: tirpub.com/cmansell

#TirgearrTuesday
#AvailableNow
#NewToday

KA Lugo @kalugo.bsky.social · Jun 19

I'm back over on Medium today for #ThrowbackThursday/#TBT. This time, it's for the 50th anniversary of the release of the original movie JAWS!

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50 years? Yeah, I went there. And to the movie. Did you? Share your experiences with me.

JAWS: 50 Years Later

Does It Still Hold Up?

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KA Lugo @kalugo.bsky.social · Jun 11

This is my Wednesday Hump Day Pump!
Check out my Jack Slaughter Thrillers series, 4.8/5* average!!
Once you meet Jack, you'll never go back 😉
#HumpDayPump
#JackSlaughter
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KA Lugo @kalugo.bsky.social · Jun 5

I'm back at Medium today and talking it up about The Bridge of Madison County: The Film 20 Years On.

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Drop by to see how Eastwood's cinematic expertise saved this story through timing and intimacy.

While there, be sure to share some claps with me ;-)

The Bridges of Madison County: The Film 30 Years On

I’m coming in on this a little late, as this film was released on June 2, 1995 and today is June 5, 2025. I hope you’ll forgive me.

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KA Lugo @kalugo.bsky.social · Jun 3

#JACKSLAUGHTERTHRILLERS

Ave 4.8 stars/5

Slaughtered - Adapted for the Big Screen
Witness to Slaughter - InD'Tale RONE Awards 2nd place best thriller
Slaughterhouse - '24 Book of the Year, Sherri's News and Reviews

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KA Lugo @kalugo.bsky.social · May 27

#JACKSLAUGHTERTHRILLERS

Slaughtered - Adapted for the Big Screen
Witness to Slaughter - InD'Tale RONE Awards 2nd place best thriller
Slaughterhouse - '24 Book of the Year, Sherri's News and Reviews

Ave 4.8 stars/5!

All formats available

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tirpub.com/kalugo

#TirgearrTuesday

SLAUGHTERED #1 - Now adapted for the big screen

WITNESS TO SLAUGHTER #2 - InD'Tale Magazine RONE Award 2nd place for best thriller

SLAUGHTERHOUSE #3 - 2024 Book of the Year, S. Bryant Reviews

KA Lugo @kalugo.bsky.social · May 23

Today is #TirgearrFriday/#TirgearrFirstPage/#FirstPageFriday!!

You can read more of this book, check my page at Tirgearr Publishing, tirpub.com/kalugo.

The Jack Slaughter Thrillers series has a 4.8/5 ranking!!

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KA Lugo @kalugo.bsky.social · May 16

What the...??

The amazing @Lee Child liked AND SHARED my post on TwitterX!!

Thank you so much, sir. You totally made my week 😊

KA Lugo @kalugo.bsky.social · May 16

I'll just leave this here.

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#StandUp!

Bruce Springsteen’s Message to America: A Protest. A Prayer. A Wake-Up Call.

YouTube video by The Seneca Project

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