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Keep writing everyday . . . even if it is only a sentence or two, if you are sincere about getting published.
Nobody said it would be easy. : )
Bob is currently working on his fourth Cleve Hawkins mystery, called "The Deceivers." to tentatively be released in the spring vof 2021.
His third novel, "Shadows of Sin" was released in January of 2020. It is the third in his Cleve Hawkins detective series.
His other novel, titled "Falling Up The Stairs," was released on September 20, 2018. Unlike his usual fare of Cleve Hawkins detective thrillers this one is a family saga. The possibility of this becoming a screenplay is very possible. People are working to make that a reality.
Under the pen name R. C. Hartson, Bob's first novel "Fatal Beauty" was published and released on February 26, 2015. It was posted right here on Fanstory 2013-2014. His second Cleve Hawkins novel in the series, titled "Triple Crossed, was released on June 2, 2016.
Bob is a dedicated father and grandfather. A retired U.S. Marine, he has written three novels and is working on a fourth.....another Cleve Hawkins mystery, thriller.
Through the years Bob has learned a writer should write something...anything....every single day. Even if it's just a paragraph! Also, here is the bad news for the people who still want to write but don't like to read...You are not going to make it. A successful writer MUST read, also.
He has won numerous writing contests for his short stories and poetry. Some actually paid money! Fanstory writers, I am by no means an expert, however a word of advice, if I may,:..... Please never be discouraged. Leaving the writing scene is a crime for many potentially great poets and authors. Keep on writing!
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FanStory wrote to Mastery:
Congratulations! Chicago Code 110 is the new Book of the Month!
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Mrs. KT: Congratulations, Bob!
diane
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April 6, 2021 at 8:46AM
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| Judy Lawless: Congratulations, Bob!
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April 6, 2021 at 12:00PM
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| RGstar: Congrats
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| Gloria ....: Congratulations, Bob. :))
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April 6, 2021 at 4:33PM
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| Spangle: I am very glad to learn about your achievement, Bob! Smiles, Janet
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April 12, 2021 at 7:37PM
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| MissMerri: Congratulations Bob! I was so happy to see this!
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April 19, 2021 at 7:35PM
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| Judy Lawless: I'm a little late getting to this, but congratulations, Bob!
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May 9, 2021 at 4:43PM
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Mastery:
Thanks to all who are supporting my new novel 24 /7
I sincerely appreciate you. Bob
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March 5, 2021 at 8:58AM
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Mastery:
A sincere thank you to all of you who continue to support my writing. God bless you and good luck with all of your writing. Your friend always. Bob
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February 16, 2021 at 9:28AM
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| karenina: And now "Meredith" is February's book of the month! Woohoo! Congratulations Bob!--Katenina
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Mastery:
A sincere thank you to all of you who continue to support my writing. God bless you and good luck with all of your writing. Your friend always. Bob
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February 16, 2021 at 9:28AM
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FanStory wrote to Mastery:
Congratulations! Somebody Sometime is the new Book of the Month!
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February 5, 2021 at 12:12AM
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| lancellot: Well done!
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February 5, 2021 at 1:11AM
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| Gloria ....: Congratulations to you, Bob. :))
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February 5, 2021 at 3:50AM
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| Jay Squires: Flatulations on the Book of the Month award, Bob. I mean Congratulations!
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February 5, 2021 at 6:33PM
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| judiverse: Congratulations on your book of the month win! judi
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February 6, 2021 at 11:30AM
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| MissMerri: Congratulations Bob!! You are gifted. Keep writing!
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February 11, 2021 at 4:14PM
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| Jeff Watkins: Your skill and energy are awesome.
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February 12, 2021 at 7:16PM
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FanStory wrote to Mastery:
Congratulations! The Assault is the new Book of the Month!
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December 6, 2020 at 12:13AM
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| lancellot: I knew you'd win. It was a great chapter. Congrats.
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December 6, 2020 at 9:16AM
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| judiverse: Congratulations on your Book of the Month win. Another great chapter! judi
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December 6, 2020 at 10:40AM
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Mrs. KT: Wahoo, Bob!
Congratulations!
diane
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December 6, 2020 at 10:50AM
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juliaSjames: Congratulations Bob!
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December 6, 2020 at 2:21PM
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| RGstar: Simply awsome. Well done old friend. There is nothing hidden...Quality is permanent
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December 6, 2020 at 3:55PM
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| Gloria ....: Way to go, Bob. :))
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December 6, 2020 at 5:07PM
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| kmoss: Congrats!
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December 6, 2020 at 10:53PM
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sammielwf: Did not doubt for a moment that The Master would pen another book of the month.
Congratulations Bob.
Sammielwf
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December 7, 2020 at 12:07AM
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| Jay Squires: Congratulations, Bob. You're making Cleve Hawkins a rich man! Thanks for entertaining us.
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Mastery:
I am delighted to be back with my new Cleve Hawkins installment. I hope you will enjoy. : ) Bob
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| Zinnia48: Hi, Mastery. I have been away for quite a while, and am considering cycling back in. I was so glad to see that Clive is still kicking around! Zinnia
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Mastery:
Thank you to all for your continuing support. :) Bob
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May 6, 2019 at 9:48AM
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Dean Kuch: I really hated to see the epilogue for Shadows of Sin was DQ'ued, Bob.
The entire story from beginning to end was well plotted, timed, and phenomenally entertaining.
Keep your chin up, mate!
~DeanO
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FanStory wrote to Mastery:
Taps finished third in the contest "Rhyme"
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May 4, 2019 at 1:10AM
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| C. Gale Burnett: You did good! Congratulations, my friend :)
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May 6, 2019 at 12:06PM
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nancyjam: Congratulations Bob. So sorry I missed reviewing it. I'll go check it out.
Nancy
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Mastery:
Thanks to everyone who supported me and voted for me in the BOM for the past six months. I will always be grateful to you. Bless you all. Bob
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April 6, 2019 at 9:52AM
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| Rachelle Allen: YOU DID IT!!! Congratulations!!! I love this book, and I'm so happy to see others appreciate it as much as I do!! GREAT work, Mastery!! xo
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April 6, 2019 at 11:20AM
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| MissMerri: Congratulations Bob! Great writing deserves to win prizes. I am happy for you!
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April 6, 2019 at 11:49AM
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| judiverse: Congratulations on your book of the month win. Much deserved. judiverse
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| susand3022: Congratulations Bob!!! Couldn't happen to a nicer guy. I'm so happy for you, nobody deserves it more! :) Susan
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April 6, 2019 at 2:42PM
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| RGstar: Well done Bob...and not taken for grated...as well deserved. Best wishes my friend
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April 6, 2019 at 3:28PM
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| Gloria ....: Congratulations to you, Bob. :)
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April 6, 2019 at 4:01PM
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| damommy: Yayyyy! Congratulations.
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April 6, 2019 at 4:36PM
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| N.K. Wagner: Congrats on another win, Bob!
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April 6, 2019 at 11:04PM
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| Sarkems: Congratulations, Bob, well deserved.
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April 7, 2019 at 3:44AM
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| C. Gale Burnett: Congratulations, dear friend :) A well-deserved win!!
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April 7, 2019 at 8:35AM
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Mrs. KT: Congratulations, Bob!
diane
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April 7, 2019 at 3:08PM
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| Sandra Montanino: Thank you so much for your vote of confidence, I will try not to let you down. You are a fantastic writer!!
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| nancyjam: Congratulations Bob. That's wonderful!
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| evilynne: CONGRATULATIONS !!!!! Evi
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| Alex Rosel: Thank you :)
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| Willie P. Smith: Congratulations Bob, You deserve it.
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FanStory wrote to Mastery:
Congratulations! Face-off is the new Book of the Month!
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April 6, 2019 at 12:13AM
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Dean Kuch:
Congrats...again, Bob.
~Dean
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April 6, 2019 at 12:52AM
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| Mastery: Thanks so much, DeanO. Bob
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April 6, 2019 at 9:53AM
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Mrs. KT: Congratulations, Bob!
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April 6, 2019 at 10:12AM
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| Badger_29: This gentleman shows his skill in writing and his ability to draw in the reader is very well. I appreciate you this author
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FanStory wrote to Mastery:
Congratulations! Decision at The Redhead is the new Book of the Month!
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March 13, 2019 at 12:13AM
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Lady Jane: Congrats, you! Another solid month. Keep it up.
Janelle
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| Rachelle Allen: YOU DID IT AGAIN!!! Congratulations to you! I am VERY happy for you! Proud to say we're friends! xo
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March 13, 2019 at 8:55AM
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Dean Kuch: Congrats, Bob!
Was there any doubt?
~Deano
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March 13, 2019 at 9:52AM
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| C. Gale Burnett: Another awesome win, my friend :) Congratulations!!
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March 13, 2019 at 7:52PM
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| Gloria ....: Congratulations to you, Bob. :))
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March 13, 2019 at 8:44PM
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Mastery:
Thank you everyone for your support of my writing all of these 15 years. Bless you all. Bob
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| meeshu: B. O. M.!! atta boy, Bob...........meeshu
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| giraffmang: Nice one dude. G
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FanStory wrote to Mastery:
Congratulations! Confrontation is the new Book of the Month!
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February 14, 2019 at 12:13AM
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BeasPeas: Congratulations, Bob.
Marilyn
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February 14, 2019 at 12:46AM
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| Mastery: Thank you, everyone for your support. Bob
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February 14, 2019 at 11:57AM
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Mrs. KT: Congratulations, Bob!
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| Sally Law: Congratulations Bob! Way to go, again! Sal :+)
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