Welcome to the Official Homepage for New Mexico author John L. Thompson, where it is said his beautifully written prose can bring a tear to the eye…just kidding. He enjoys sharing his stories with readers and artists. He recommends beginning your reading journey with his novel Truck Stop.

Be sure to check out the website often. We are constantly working on new material.

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West Mesa Murders

The West Mesa Murders

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Wells Fargo Armored murder suspect #1 in prone position, August 25,1994. Suspect shot and murdered Driver/Messenger Guard Jeff Oelcher on August 25, 1994 on Highway 6 Los Lunas, New Mexico.

The Wells Fargo Armored Murder on New Mexico Highway 6

***UPDATED: 2/21/2023***

On the Blog, we go in-depth on a murder approaching 29 years unsolved. Was it a botched robbery? Or was it something much worse? This article will be updated as new information is available and will remain pinned to this page and to the top of the Shop Talk Blog.

It's a Lonely World: An Indie Author's Journey by New Mexico author John L. Thompson
It’s a Lonely World – An Indie Author’s Journey.

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Truck Stop novel by New Mexico author John L. Thompson.
Truck Stop

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Cold Hearts & Other Stories by New Mexico author John L. Thompson
Cold Hearts & Other Stories

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Books by New Mexico author John L. Thompson
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Apocalypse Girl by John L. Thompson
The Question Of God (Short Story written in 2009, submitted to Lascaux Flash Contest in 2012)
From The Vaults
Well site under construction in Jal, New Mexico, 2018
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Writer’s Quote of the Month

Mark Twain

“Substitute ‘damn’ every time you’re inclined to write ‘very;’ your editor will delete it and the writing will be just as it should be.“

– Mark Twain