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- Research Suggestions for a True Crime Book, Part 3Final article in a three-part series of true crime book writing tips. Learn what to look for when researching and exploring resources.
- Getting a True Crime Book Published, Part 2Finding a good agent is important if you want a book published by a large, established publisher. Here are tips about where to start.
- How to Write for the True Crime Genre, Part 1Ever wanted to write in the true crime genre? Here's a candid, helpful article that advises you where to start, written by an author who ghost-wrote a book based on a true story.
Unbelievable... But True Crimes!The Strange Obsession of Dr. Carl Von Cosel, Ed Gein The Wisconsin Grave Robber and Butcher of Plainfield, The Infamous and Bizarre Vampire of Brooklyn Albert Fish and The Bizarre and Twisted Evolution of HH Holmes Castle of Horrors...- Natural Crime vs. Legal CrimeA fine line exists between what is considered immoral and what is considered illegal and many moral views are used to shape the law. The paper provides an analysis on the difference between natural crime and illegal crime.
- Ann Rule: Master Author of the True Crime GenreWriter Ann Rule is often credited with having invented the true crime genre as we know it today. Some of her works are The Stranger Beside Me, Small Sacrifices and the Want-Ad Killer.
From Journalist to True Crime Writer: AC Interviews Mara Leveritt from HBO's RevelationsThe subject of ther book Devil's Knot were the West Memphis Three. But before becoming a true crime writer, she was and still is a journalist in Arkansas.- True Crime WebsitesInformation about Helpful True Crime Websites
How to Write True CrimeWriting true crime is difficult work that requires lengthy and methodical research and close attention to detail. But it can be wildly exciting and highly rewarding. Here are some tips on how to write true crime.
AC Exclusive Interview with Author Gary C KingTrue Crime Author Gary C King granted an exclusive interview to Associatedcontent.com
Laura James "CLEWS" Interview - Missing Pieces - Text EditionCLEWS is a weblog devoted to the discovery and dissemination of the fascinating stories to be found where murder, history, and journalism overlap.
Crime Library: A Website for True Crime BuffsIf you are drawn to crime stories on television, the news and the best seller's lists, you will be hooked on the true crime stories featured at the Crime Library.
The Grim Truth About True Crime DramaResearchers from the University of FLorida believe that crime drama and crime exposes influence how we see crime. What's your perception?- Video Game Cheat for Playstation 2: True Crime: Streets of LATrue Crime: Streets of LA for Playstation 2 fits into the mold created by the Grand Theft Auto series.
- Writing the Perfect True Crime Query LetterAny book writer knows how important the query letter is. The heavy competition in the hot world of true crime nonfiction makes it even more so.
- Compare and Contrast Victimology TheoriesVictimology theories comparison
Crime - You Are Not ExemptIf you talk to crime experts and police officers they will tell you that crime rates in certain areas fluctuate.- Analyzing CrimeCrime analysis is useful to those who investigate and solve crimes. From the early days when pin maps were used to track crime trends to the invention of the latest technology, criminal analysis continues to be an integral part of police work.
- Theater Review: Beth Henley's Crime's of the HeartA review of the play Crimes of the Heard by Beth Henley
- Real Human Crimes of PassionCrimes of passion and passionate crimes are not necessarily the same thing. The difference is more substantial than simply the order of the words.
- Watch YourselfCrime is everywhere
- The Tolerance of CrimeMy view on crime, and why it should not be tolerated in any way, form, or fashion.
Getting Away with CrimeAn article written by a criminal mastermind who has never been caught or even suspected of the many crimes he has committed. Specializing in money heists, this crook has made a great living. Read how.- Biography of Ann RuleAnn Rule has been a true crime writer for many years and well received by many readers. This is a brief biography.
- Explanation of CrimeThe three elements of crime and explanations.
Using EvidenceEvidence has many uses in a criminal case but when they are stripped to their bones there are two basic purposes for evidence. Reconstructive and Associative- Book Review: True Crime: An American Anthology Edited by Harold SchechterReview of the anthology True Crime edited by Harold Schechter, a collection of crime writings throughout American history from the likes of Benjamin Franklin, Mark Twain, and Damon Runyan. Very long. Moderately interesting.
Is He Truly Sorry?A judge in Indiana ordered a punishment to fit the crime - the criminal had to parade on Main Street with a sign confessing his actions and publicly apologizing to his victim. Is this a good thing?- Review: The DeVouring by Simon HoltA personal opinion review about the book The DeVouring by Simon Holt.
- Crime Does PayAn opinion on crime.
- Arson Crimes Committed to Conceal Other CrimePaula Sladewski was burned in a trash bin in Miami during the evening hours of a weekend, a typical time frame for a revenge arsonist. But some arson crimes are committed to mask other crimes like murder. Which type of arsonist committed Paula's burning?
Five Reasons Why the Women of "Snapped" KillIf you watch the Oxygen Network's "Snapped" you'll see some pretty common behavioral patterns. Here are the main reasons why the women featured on the show, become murderers.- Book Review: Chemical Cowboys by Lisa SweetinghamA look at the Crime Novel by Lisa Sweetingham
- Small CrimesA poem about love.
- The Greatest Comic Book Covers of All Time: (No.38) Crime Does Not Pay #17 All True Crime StoriesA brief synopsis of an artist creative work unknown to the world today
Stop! You Don't Have to Do Crime!Impatient greed motivates crime. Patient generosity motivates law-abiding behavior. It's your choice!- Book Review: Helter Skelter by Vincent Bugliosi and Curt Gentry"Helter Skelter" by Vincent Bugliosi and Curt Gentry is, and always has been, a learning experience for me.
- Ways We Can Prevent CrimeThe first step in preventing crime is to start with the youngest generation.
Wacky but True Crimes Recently in the News7 true crimes that were committed that will leave you laughing your pants off.- True Crime: Kerri Faye BrownKerri Faye Brown was made famous by being convicted of murdering retirement home owner Mina Pajela. She has never admitted guilt, but the prosecutions case proved too strong for her to return to freedom.
