Murder Two Doors Down

Praise for Murder Two Doors Down:“There’s something wonderfully unsettling about this tale of suburban calm unravelling into chaos. Storla masterfully turns neighbourhood politics into high-stakes hilarity, proving that beneath the veneer of perfect lawns lies a fertile ground for murder. Written with wit, warmth, and just the right amount of menace—I loved it!”—Joanna Wallace, USA Today bestselling author of You’d Look Better As a Ghost“I laughed out loud several times reading this quirky, twisty whodunit. Murder Two Doors Down transported me to a neighborhood of intrigue and acquainted me with the darker side of its HOA, all the while keeping a smile on my face, courtesy of Chuck Storla’s wry humor and keen eye for domestic detail. I eagerly turned every page to see how this tale of homicidal homeowners and petty politics would turn out.”—Matthew Greene, author of There’s No Murder Like Show Murder“Murder Two Doors Down is a sly and witty subversion of the traditional cozy, set in a suburban homeowners association where Machiavelli would be at home. We see it through the eyes of narrator Brad Hanson, who engages us with dark-humored observations reminiscent of Donald Westlake. I found myself rooting for him until the exciting wind-up—hoping to see what trouble he’ll get into in a sequel.”—R.J. Koreto, author of the Historic Homes mysteries

After graduating with a bachelor’s degree in liberal arts, Chuck Storla considered following his muse until he saw her checks bounce because of insufficient funds. Instead, Chuck joined a well-known and occasionally well-run computer manufacturer. Upon leaving the corporate world, he rediscovered his inner artist. Chuck also discovered the great thing about being a writer is that the barrier to entry is incredibly low. He has learned humor can be an effective way to deal with anger while avoiding almost all legal consequences. His short piece of fiction, “I Chat, Therefore I Am,” was runner-up for the 2023 Terry Kay Prize. You can find other examples of his writing in past editions of The eQuill, a publication of the Atlanta Writers Club.