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Drop the Pen! What Every Writer Should Know About Real Police Work: Garrity Warning
An essential guide for crime and thriller writers explaining the Garrity Warning, how it differs from Miranda, and how understanding real police procedure can raise the stakes, realism, and dramatic tension in crime fiction and true crime narratives.
Drop the Pen! What Every Writer Should Know About Real Police Work: Traffic Stops, Part Two
In this follow-up to last month’s article, former detective David Lane Williams takes writers deeper into the world of real police work. From the nuances of reasonable suspicion to the tactics of safe vehicle approaches, Williams explains the legal, procedural, and tactical realities behind every traffic stop—helping crime and mystery writers bring authenticity and accuracy to their fiction.
Zenith Man
After defending eccentric TV repairman Alvin Ridley against a shocking murder charge, McCracken Poston spent decades seeking closure—and the right words to tell the story. With a new understanding of autism, the help of a few key allies, and a pen from the past, Zenith Man finally came to life.
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