Saturday, October 25, 2025

Well-Behaved Children Seldom Make History Makes the Chanticleer Clue Short List!

Well-Behaved Children Seldom Make History Makes the Chanticleer Clue Short List!

 

The Chanticleer Clue Awards for Suspense and Thriller Fiction have made their latest announcement, and Well-Behaved Children Seldom Make History has advanced to the Short List!  Congratulations to all of the other authors on the list!




 

–Chris Chan

 

 

 

Chris Chan’s book Sherlock Poems was published on June 30th!  He is also the author of the CWA Dagger Long Listed The Autistic Sleuth, written with the professional guidance of his mother Dr. Patricia Meyer Chan, and he has also written the Agatha and Anthony-nominated book on the Columbo killers, Some of My Best Friends Are Murderers! He is the author of the Funderburke and Kaiming novels Ghosting My Friend and She Ruined Our Lives and Well-Behaved Children Seldom Make History, released by Level Best Books.  He is also the author of the comedic novels Sherlock’s Secretary and Nessie’s Nemesis, published by MX Publishing, as was his anthology Of Course He Pushed Him and Other Sherlock Holmes Stories Volumes 1 & 2.  His Agatha-nominated book Murder Most Grotesque: The Comedic Crime Fiction of Joyce Porter was published by Level Best Books.  His first non-fiction book, Sherlock & Irene: The Secret Truth Behind “A Scandal in Bohemia” is available for sale at Amazon.com and the MX Publishing website, as well as at Book Depository (with free worldwide shipping there).  It is also available in a Kindle edition.

 

Sunday, October 19, 2025

Story Profile– “Escape the Money Launderers”

Story Profile– “Escape the Money Launderers”

 

I have a story in the new anthology The Most Dangerous Games!  It’s anthology with stories based on various games.  My story, “Escape the Money Launderers,” is a Funderburke and Kaiming mystery, narrated by Nerissa, set at an escape room company that is being exploited by money launderers.  Funderburke and Nerissa have an unconventional plan to save the family-run business, but will it work? 

 

Please take a look at this anthology!




 

–Chris Chan

 

 

 

Chris Chan’s book Sherlock Poems was published on June 30th!  He is also the author of the CWA Dagger Long Listed The Autistic Sleuth, written with the professional guidance of his mother Dr. Patricia Meyer Chan, and he has also written the Agatha and Anthony-nominated book on the Columbo killers, Some of My Best Friends Are Murderers! He is the author of the Funderburke and Kaiming novels Ghosting My Friend and She Ruined Our Lives and Well-Behaved Children Seldom Make History, released by Level Best Books.  He is also the author of the comedic novels Sherlock’s Secretary and Nessie’s Nemesis, published by MX Publishing, as was his anthology Of Course He Pushed Him and Other Sherlock Holmes Stories Volumes 1 & 2.  His Agatha-nominated book Murder Most Grotesque: The Comedic Crime Fiction of Joyce Porter was published by Level Best Books.  His first non-fiction book, Sherlock & Irene: The Secret Truth Behind “A Scandal in Bohemia” is available for sale at Amazon.com and the MX Publishing website, as well as at Book Depository (with free worldwide shipping there).  It is also available in a Kindle edition.

Sunday, October 12, 2025

I’ve Been Nominated for a Shepherd Express Best of Milwaukee Award!

I’ve Been Nominated for a Shepherd Express Best of Milwaukee Award!

 

The Shepherd Express has announced this year’s Best of Milwaukee nominees, and I’ve been nominated for Milwaukee Author!  This is my fourth nomination in this category, and my third consecutive one!  Thanks to everybody who nominated me, and congratulations to all of the nominees! 




 

Voting runs until October 30th, so please take a few minutes to look over the categories and vote for some deserving individuals and businesses!

 

Thanks!

 

–Chris Chan

 

 

 

Chris Chan’s book Sherlock Poems was published on June 30th!  He is also the author of the CWA Dagger Long Listed The Autistic Sleuth, written with the professional guidance of his mother Dr. Patricia Meyer Chan, and he has also written the Agatha and Anthony-nominated book on the Columbo killers, Some of My Best Friends Are Murderers! He is the author of the Funderburke and Kaiming novels Ghosting My Friend and She Ruined Our Lives and Well-Behaved Children Seldom Make History, released by Level Best Books.  He is also the author of the comedic novels Sherlock’s Secretary and Nessie’s Nemesis, published by MX Publishing, as was his anthology Of Course He Pushed Him and Other Sherlock Holmes Stories Volumes 1 & 2.  His Agatha-nominated book Murder Most Grotesque: The Comedic Crime Fiction of Joyce Porter was published by Level Best Books.  His first non-fiction book, Sherlock & Irene: The Secret Truth Behind “A Scandal in Bohemia” is available for sale at Amazon.com and the MX Publishing website, as well as at Book Depository (with free worldwide shipping there).  It is also available in a Kindle edition.

 

 

Monday, October 6, 2025

Pink Umbrella Theater Co.’s “Sharing Our Stories”

Pink Umbrella Theater Co.’s “Sharing Our Stories”

 

Milwaukee’s Pink Umbrella Theater Co. has something special for Disability Awareness Month.  As part of their program, “Sharing Our Stories,” Pink Umbrella is making filmed versions of its original productions available for viewing for anyone who wants to see them!




 

Here is the official announcement from Pink Umbrella:

 

 

During the month of October, we are making our entire catalog of shows FREE to access!

 

Revisit our stories as told by Disabled Actors and Artists.

We are changing the narrative by changing the narrator.

Request the entire catalog, or pick and choose what seasons you want to watch. After requesting the catalog, a document containing links to the digital recordings will be sent to you.

While accessing the digital recordings of our shows are free, a donation of any amount is greatly appreciated in order for us to continue creating accessible theater for all.

 

Shows by Year

·       2021 Season - "Scavengers", "Jerome", "All In Your Head", and "Shine!"

·       2022 Season - "Shine! Remount" and "Bigger Top"

·       2023 Season - "Bizarre Intrusive Thoughts - Staged Reading" and "Kaleidoscope"

·       2024 Season - "Bizarre Intrusive Thoughts", "Portraits", and "A Christmas Carol"

·       2025 Season - "Heard Mentality", "Our Mothers Are Not Refrigerators", "Shimmer", and "It's About Time"

 

All of these plays are by people with disabilities and/or present disabilities in original and innovative dramatic manners.  Some are fully produced plays, some are staged readings.    Scavengers is an interactive play about animals and friendship. Jerome is a staged reading of a television series.  All In Your Head is a young woman’s coming-of-age story.  Bigger Top is a sensory friendly and immersive production.  Bizarre Intrusive Thoughts covers OCD and the attendant anxiety.  Kalidoscope is a musical that views the hero’s journey from a different perspective.  Portraits is a musical about a man trying to run a camera business by himself.  A Christmas Carol is a special holiday show.  Heard Mentality looks at hearing impairment, hearing aids, and a first date.  Shimmer is a fantasy about a tree child, eight senses, and unique ways of processing the world.  It’s About Time is a play/musical/variety show exploring various kinds of time and how different people experience it.

 

And finally, there’s my own play, Our Mothers Are Not Refrigerators, the story of four very different people with autism who attend a support group meeting, share their stories, and build surprising connections.

 

So please, check out these original productions, and if you like what you see, write to Pink Umbrella (admin@pinkumbrellatheater.org) and tell them what you liked about these plays, and if you’d like to see them performed again in the future.  Thanks!

 

 

–Chris Chan

 

 

 

Chris Chan’s book Sherlock Poems was published on June 30th!  He is also the author of the CWA Dagger Long Listed The Autistic Sleuth, written with the professional guidance of his mother Dr. Patricia Meyer Chan, and he has also written the Agatha and Anthony-nominated book on the Columbo killers, Some of My Best Friends Are Murderers! He is the author of the Funderburke and Kaiming novels Ghosting My Friend and She Ruined Our Lives and Well-Behaved Children Seldom Make History, released by Level Best Books.  He is also the author of the comedic novels Sherlock’s Secretary and Nessie’s Nemesis, published by MX Publishing, as was his anthology Of Course He Pushed Him and Other Sherlock Holmes Stories Volumes 1 & 2.  His Agatha-nominated book Murder Most Grotesque: The Comedic Crime Fiction of Joyce Porter was published by Level Best Books.  His first non-fiction book, Sherlock & Irene: The Secret Truth Behind “A Scandal in Bohemia” is available for sale at Amazon.com and the MX Publishing website, as well as at Book Depository (with free worldwide shipping there).  It is also available in a Kindleedition.

 

Tuesday, September 30, 2025

What Would You Like to See on this Blog?

What Would You Like to See on this Blog?

 

Do you have any suggestions for what you’d like to see on this blog?  Please leave your ideas in the comments.  Thanks!




 

–Chris Chan

 

 

 

Chris Chan’s book Sherlock Poems was published on June 30th!  He is also the author of the CWA Dagger Long Listed The Autistic Sleuth, written with the professional guidance of his mother Dr. Patricia Meyer Chan, and he has also written the Agatha and Anthony-nominated book on the Columbo killers, Some of My Best Friends Are Murderers! He is the author of the Funderburke and Kaiming novels Ghosting My Friend and She Ruined Our Lives and Well-Behaved Children Seldom Make History, released by Level Best Books.  He is also the author of the comedic novels Sherlock’s Secretary and Nessie’s Nemesis, published by MX Publishing, as was his anthology Of Course He Pushed Him and Other Sherlock Holmes Stories Volumes 1 & 2.  His Agatha-nominated book Murder Most Grotesque: The Comedic Crime Fiction of Joyce Porter was published by Level Best Books.  His first non-fiction book, Sherlock & Irene: The Secret Truth Behind “A Scandal in Bohemia” is available for sale at Amazon.com and the MX Publishing website, as well as at Book Depository (with free worldwide shipping there).  It is also available in a Kindle edition.

Sunday, September 21, 2025

Save The Milwaukee Public Museum Website

Save The Milwaukee Public Museum Website

 

There’s a new website promoting the work that concerned citizens are doing to raise questions about what’s happening with the Milwaukee Public Museum.  Please check it out– it’s not too late to make a difference!





–Chris Chan

 

 

 

Chris Chan’s book Sherlock Poems was published on June 30th!  He is also the author of the CWA Dagger Long Listed The Autistic Sleuth, written with the professional guidance of his mother Dr. Patricia Meyer Chan, and he has also written the Agatha and Anthony-nominated book on the Columbo killers, Some of My Best Friends Are Murderers! He is the author of the Funderburke and Kaiming novels Ghosting My Friend and She Ruined Our Lives and Well-Behaved Children Seldom Make History, released by Level Best Books.  He is also the author of the comedic novels Sherlock’s Secretary and Nessie’s Nemesis, published by MX Publishing, as was his anthology Of Course He Pushed Him and Other Sherlock Holmes Stories Volumes 1 & 2.  His Agatha-nominated book Murder Most Grotesque: The Comedic Crime Fiction of Joyce Porter was published by Level Best Books.  His first non-fiction book, Sherlock & Irene: The Secret Truth Behind “A Scandal in Bohemia” is available for sale at Amazon.com and the MX Publishing website, as well as at Book Depository (with free worldwide shipping there).  It is also available in a Kindle edition.

Monday, September 15, 2025

The Shepherd Express Best of Milwaukee Awards are Open!

 The Shepherd Express Best of Milwaukee Awards are Open!

 

The Shepherd Express has opened their 35th annual Best of Milwaukee Awards!  Those who wish to participate can vote for their favorite stores, restaurants, medical practitioners, entertainment venues, and other benefits to the community.

 

I encourage anybody who’s interested to vote.  It’s totally free– all you need is an email address.




 

In the past, some kind supporters have nominated me for Milwaukee Author and my detectives Isaiah Funderburke and Nerissa Kaiming for Local Character.  Thanks for your past support, and if you choose to continue your support, thanks again!

 

Also, if you have an interest in preserving the Milwaukee Public Museum, including the Streets of Old Milwaukee and other unique exhibits, please consider voting for Preserve MKE for Non-profit/Human Services Organization.

 

Thanks!

 

–Chris Chan

 

 

 

Chris Chan’s book Sherlock Poems was published on June 30th!  He is also the author of the CWA Dagger Long Listed The Autistic Sleuth, written with the professional guidance of his mother Dr. Patricia Meyer Chan, and he has also written the Agatha and Anthony-nominated book on the Columbo killers, Some of My Best Friends Are Murderers! He is the author of the Funderburke and Kaiming novels Ghosting My Friend and She Ruined Our Lives and Well-Behaved Children Seldom Make History, released by Level Best Books.  He is also the author of the comedic novels Sherlock’s Secretary and Nessie’s Nemesis, published by MX Publishing, as was his anthology Of Course He Pushed Him and Other Sherlock Holmes Stories Volumes 1 & 2.  His Agatha-nominated book Murder Most Grotesque: The Comedic Crime Fiction of Joyce Porter was published by Level Best Books.  His first non-fiction book, Sherlock & Irene: The Secret Truth Behind “A Scandal in Bohemia” is available for sale at Amazon.com and the MX Publishing website, as well as at Book Depository (with free worldwide shipping there).  It is also available in a Kindle edition.