C.L. MCMURRAY

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"C.L.'s memoir was an extremely easy read - I found myself feeling a variety of emotions throughout the book and laughed out loud multiple times. The early chapters were so descriptive, I found myself visualizing images of C.L.'s memories." - Reader Review, Goodreads

"It's so relatable on a human level. Reading about C.L.'s evolution from child to adult was at times entertaining, happy, sad, and thought provoking. I also loved the way music was intertwined with all of her experiences - I've honestly never read anything like it. Definitely worth the read!" - Reader Review, Amazon

"This is a page-turner thanks to the cliffhangers at the end of the chapters. C.L.'s use of language is eloquent and delightful. I love the artful use of language to paint lived-life experiences for the reader. C.L. does so beautifully." - Reader Review, Amazon

Books

Novel

The Heartbreaker

Casey Hart is finally on the verge of a breakthrough after tirelessly pursuing her only life's mission—fueled by her father's untimely death, her saving grace and singular motivation is her love of music. Our introduction to Casey and the loyal companions in her band, Dead End, occurs during their sudden ascent, following the discovery of a talent scout who led to the release of their first album and hit single.

Sutton Falls and the surrounding Northern NJ area are going crazy over these young dynamos, and with justifiable reason—they are unquestionably talented, exceedingly attractive, and epitomize the perfect fusion of trendy with nostalgia from a decade they never even lived through.

This fairy tale appears to be written in the stars, and it's virtually impossible to believe anything can get in their way—that is, until a brutally sadistic murder in Sutton Falls upends their trajectory, placing their meteoric status in limbo with the potential for destruction.

Can Dead End overcome this ill-timed tragedy and continue their rise? Surrounded by so much controversy, will their devout friendship, love, and loyalty overrule the day? Or will jealousy, suspicion, and betrayal cripple this young band to a point from which they can never return? There is only one way to know for sure—

Memoir

Air Guitar Rules - Chords of Life

Air Guitar Rules - Chords of Life is a memoir exploring the indelible impact of music on one's life while navigating the highs, lows, and everything in between. The author shares intimate details of her personal journey using the backdrop of a nostalgic soundtrack. Thought-provoking, vulnerable, and comedic, this book is certain to have you strumming your own air guitar in no time, inviting you to answer the question: What is the soundtrack of my life?

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After accomplishing a successful career as an executive in the commercial real estate industry, C.L. McMurray made her professional author debut in 2024 with the nostalgic memoir, Air Guitar Rules - Chords of Life. The writing bug grabbed hold of C.L. in high school when she started writing poetry. Life got in the way, but she's excited to be pursuing the passion that's been burning deep down inside for many years. Raised in Bergen County, New Jersey, C.L. lives with her spouse, Michele, in the scenic Hudson Valley in New York State with their five cats.