I’ve compiled links on the sidebar in the blog that contain everything a crime writer needs to make their stories factually correct. For your convenience I’ve also listed them here, along with in-depth craft resources… and more. Many contain information for all writers– fiction or non-fiction– regardless of genre.
Crime Writer’s Resource
Homicide Detective Checklist: nmsoh.org/homicide_investigator_…
Crime Scene Forensics: crimescene-forensics.com/Crime_S…
The Writers’ Forensic Blog: writersforensicsblog.wordpress.com
FBI Information on Serial Killers: fbi.gov/stats-services/publicati…
Forensic Outreach: http://www.forensicoutreach.com/
A Simplified Guide To Forensic Documentation: http://www.forensicsciencesimplified.org/docs/how.html
FBI Forensic Ink Analysis:
http://www.fbi.gov/about-us/lab/forensic-science-communications/fsc/july2005/research/2005_07_research02.htm/
Glass Fracture Patterns:
https://www.ncjrs.gov/pdffiles1/nij/grants/241445.pdf
Howdunnit Forensics and Forensics Books: http://www.dplylemd.com/DPLyleMD/Books-Forensics.html
Analyzing Ballistic Evidence:
Experts in the field willing to answer questions for crime writers, who are bestselling crime writers themselves.
Garry Rodgers, veteran mounted police/homicide detective/coroner/firearms expert: www.dyingwords.net
Lee Lofland, veteran officer/homicide detective/K9 handler/sniper: www.leelofland.com
Criminal Justice Writers:
criminaljusticewriters.com/index…
Crime Writers Detective – Adam (no last name – works w/Major Crimes Div.)
http://www.crimewritersdetective.com
Did you know the FBI will help you craft believable characters, answer questions, basically assist you with anything you need? They certainly will.
And here’s the link:
http://www.fbi.gov/news/stories/2008/october/a-guide-for-writers-authors-and-producers-1
Writer’s Knowledge Base — A search engine for writers, links compiled by Elizabeth Spann Craig. You might have seen her Twitterific Links on Fridays. This is where those links are stored. For writers of any genre, from writing tips to getting published to promoting your book, if you’ve got a question try here first: http://hiveword.com/wkb/search
New additions: excellent resources for writers of any genre– tips, tricks, techniques, in-depth look at the craft of storytelling, and more…
http://writeonsisters.com/ (a blog dedicated to craft)
http://colettesartor.com/writers-resources/ (this resource is chalk-full of info.)
Have you always wanted to write a novel but don’t know where to start? Bridget at Now Novel is an excellence resource, for the beginner to the seasoned. She provides tips, motivation, shares experiences on how to turn your book into a movie, anything and everything is available on her site–even Oprah stamped her approval!
http://www.nownovel.com/blog/
The only craft books you’ll ever need: Story Engineering and Story Physics by Larry Brooks, with links to buy.
http://www.storyfix.com (Larry Brooks’ website/blog– a must for all writers)
http://www.storygrid.com (Shawn Coyle’s website/blog– to delve deep into storytelling)
Larry Brooks’ ebookstore is now open, with craft books ranging from .99 – $2.99. To view go here: http://storyfix.com/the-storyfix-com-ebookstore
More Resources…
Writers Helping Writers’ Resource
http://writershelpingwriters.net/resources-for-writers/
Fiona Quinn’s Thrill Writing – A wealth of info. for crime writers
http://thrillwriting.blogspot.com/
Great selection of writing resources, Sue. I enjoyed your post on building a social media presence too. I’ve also found Pinterest to be particularly effective for gaining more visitors to Now Novel. This is most likely due to the longevity of pins vs, for example, tweets that disappear into the internet ether so quickly.
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Thank you, Bridget! Yes, I’ve just discovered how powerful Pinterest is. I should update my previous post.
Hey, I noticed yesterday that Oprah stamped her approval on your blog. Impressive!
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Wow! What a wealth of information!
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Hahaha! Love your reaction. Have fun digging around!
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Thanks, Sue, for the wealth of useful links and crime resources. As I tie up some FBI-related details in my noir novel, they are coming in very handy.
Cat
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That’s wonderful, Cat! I’m thrilled you’ve been finding it useful. Good luck with your new book, noir is hugely popular now.
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Hey there Sue,
I’m a bit ‘new’ to the whole self-pub Crime writer thing-y, and I can’t believe I didn’t came over here sooner your resources are plentiful and very informative. Thank you for posting this.
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You’re welcome, Verge! Though I’m not a self-published author, I do believe in sharing the nuggets of gold I discover along my writing path. Best of luck to you. I wish you HUGE success!
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