Chapter Two: On Writing About Guns

As a writer of thrillers and murder mysteries, Alex is increasingly hesitant about using gun violence in my stories. The savage, senseless massacres (which the rest of the civilized world cannot understand)--Sandy Hook, in particular--and "accidents" that take place daily in America have reinforced his views on guns.  He also asks the question: Is violence a "crutch" that writers use too often? Be sure to visit the main webpage at www.PilatesCross.com and join our community on Facebook! Intro music Mary Celeste by Incompetech.