Obsessed with True Crime discussion

Hello,

My name is David A. Gibb and I just joined the group. I released my first true crime book, "Camouflaged Killer", two weeks ago (published by Berkley in the U.S. and distributed by Penguin Canada in the Great White North). It has also been published in Ireland and the U.K. as "Evil in Plain Sight". The book has been well received and I continue to receive "fan mail" on a daily basis - very cool for someone who was used to writing in the trenches and receiving little acknowledgment for his work!

The book details the sex offenses, rapes and murders committed by the commander of Canada's largest air force base, Colonel Russell Williams. He lived a double life, one as a caring and loving husband, respected officer, and helpful neighbor - and the other as a depraved sexual sadist. It's such a compelling story that the book has already been optioned for film.

Toward the end of the book, the psychology of this highly unusual offender is explored, with analysis provided by some of North America's leading experts. Some may find it interesting to draw their own conclusions as they read through the scenes of his crimes, and then compare to the expert analysis provided later in the book.

More details are available on my website at www.camouflagedkiller.com

I would be honored if you chose my book for your reading group, and would of course remain available to answer any questions, or address any comments, that you may have.

With warm regards,

David A. Gibb

Sounds very interesting!

I will look out for this book, David. Thank you for telling us about it!

Thank you Barbara and Caroline. The details are quite grisly, but there is a lot to be learned from this case. I'm sure you'll find the read both riveting and educational. Please be sure to send me your comments afterward.

All the best,

David

I also will look for book. Good luck.

It's available at Amazon if you can't find it anywhere else, Alleen. Thanks for your interest!

David

didnt i see this documented on 48hr mystery?

Janet wrote: "didnt i see this documented on 48hr mystery?"

Yes, Janet, this case was featured on both 48 Hours and Dateline NBC much earlier this year. I met with their producers at the sentencing hearing in Belleville as they covered the story there.

How interesting...I will definitely be reading your book. I was very interested in the 48 Hour Mystery piece. I enjoy finding out why these predators do the things they do and your addition of psychological indicators will add to the book I'm sure!!

Thank you for letting us know about this book. I have read so many true crime books and I am continually looking for more to read all the time. I really appreciate the added stuff (psych eval) at the end...This will def be added to my TBR list!

Thank you Karen and Janet.

At the back of the book I have included an author's note inviting readers to share their comments and feedback. So far I've received dozens of positive comments - including a doctor from Santa Barbara who is now including it as recommended reading for his Study of Murder college students.

I look forward to receiving your comments as well!

Thanks for your interest.

David

Hi David,

My name is Lae. I'm a writer who specializes in psychological crime fiction.
I have a blog, just started, that focuses on true crime.
To make it more interesting to other writers, I have decided to interview other (true) crime authors.
Would you be interested in being interviewed or maybe even write a post on my blog if you wish (as long as it is on true crime or connected to crime)?
You can find me on facebook and twitter if you want to check me out first.
All the best with your book.

Laex

Lae wrote: "Hi David,

My name is Lae. I'm a writer who specializes in psychological crime fiction.
I have a blog, just started, that focuses on true crime.
To make it more interesting to other writers, I hav..."

Hi Lae,

Sure, I'd love to do an interview for you. You can reach me at crimewriter at hotmail dot com.

Best,

David

Thank you so much, David.

I'll be in touch with the questions by Tuesday, Nov. 22nd.

Have a great Sunday.

Lae

Lae my name is stacey and i ust joined the true crin group. How do I get to ur blog

Hello Stacey,

Thanks for requesting the link to LaeLand.

Here it is: http://laemonie.wordpress.com/

Happy reading and remember to comment. :)

Exciting new interviews with (true) crime authors are on the way, including the great Ernesto Mallo.

Also, if you are a true crime fan, you might want to be considered for an interview where we talked about your passion and how it started. Think about it.

I look forward to hearing from you.

Just watched the end of ID channels two part show about "colonel" Russell and he was outrageous. Blows my mind how disturbed one can be!

Yes, I'd enjoy helping out. My book tells of psychological setups to go to jail. Just e-mail me at: [email protected]

Blessings,
Mihael

I have done a lot of true crime reading but I am new to this group. Two of my favorite books in this genre are The Suspicions of Mr Whitcher and The Killer of Little Sheperds. I really like historical books that focus on investigatory procedures. Can anyone recommend further reading based on these preferences? Thanks...

Martin, If you like historical true crime, you will probably like "Devil in the White City," also "Midnight in Peking." Also, perhaps, my book, "In Search of Sacco and Vanzetti" (the 1st chapter is online at susantejada.com).
Very early in her career, P.D. James co-wrote a historical true crime book: "The Maul and the Pear Tree: The Ratcliffe Highway Murders 1811."
I'll check out the 2 books you recommend.

I like books by Ann Rule . But i do read others

Just got it for my kindle can't wait to read it! :-)

hi there, im dave, glad to be a member and get all the great recommendations. heres mine Kitty Genovese: A True Account of a Public Murder and Its Private Consequences a terrible tale but written quite quite well. definitely the best ive read in a while.

Try Hauptmann's Ladder: A Step-by-Step Analysis of the Lindbergh Kidnapping.

Hi everyone. I am a criminologist, professor and author. I study the criminal mind and behavior and have a book titled "Why We Love Serial Killers" coming out this October from Skyhorse Press. I write a weekly crime Blog called "Wicked Deeds" for Psychology Today:
http://www.psychologytoday.com/expert...

Martin wrote: "I have done a lot of true crime reading but I am new to this group. Two of my favorite books in this genre are The Suspicions of Mr Whitcher and The Killer of Little Sheperds. I really like histo..."

Adding links: The Suspicions of Mr Whicher
The Killer of Little Shepherds: A True Crime Story and the Birth of Forensic Science

Susan wrote: "Martin, If you like historical true crime, you will probably like "Devil in the White City," also "Midnight in Peking." Also, perhaps, my book, "In Search of Sacco and Vanzetti" (the 1st chapter is online at susantejada.com).
Very early in her career, P.D. James co-wrote a historical true crime book: "The Maul and the Pear Tree: The Ratcliffe Highway Murders 1811."
I'll check out the 2 books you recommend. "
The Devil in the White City: Murder, Magic, and Madness at the Fair that Changed America
Midnight in Peking
In Search of Sacco and Vanzetti
The Maul And The Pear Tree

Richard wrote: "Try Hauptmann's Ladder: A Step-by-Step Analysis of the Lindbergh Kidnapping."

Hauptmann's Ladder: A Step-By-Step Analysis of the Lindbergh Kidnapping

Beleza, thanks for adding the 4 links!

Susan wrote: "Beleza, thanks for adding the 4 links!"

No problem.

♥Beleza★✰ wrote: "Susan wrote: "Beleza, thanks for adding the 4 links!"

No problem."

For the S&V book, perhaps a more useful link (because it includes ratings, reviews, & lists) would be:
https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/1...
Thanks!

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Discover what goes on behind the glassy eyed smile of a male street worker. A stereotypical cliché? Perhaps.

I attempt to knock away any preconceptions about damaged goods using plain spoken truth. No added glam or grit, this is my unapologetic story. A social history report. (of sorts). Regards PDL

Hi folks, I'm a crime fiction author who also reads and writes about true crime. My blog, DARK DEEDS: Serial killers, stalkers and domestic homicides got so many hits I decided to compile them in an ebook. DARK DEEDS, Vol 1 and recently published Vol 2.

Although some of the cases are well known, others are not. Here's my methodology. I research the case and tell it from beginning to end. I include as much as I can about the victim(s) and the killer, including any early traumas and psychological hangups. Will trot over to the TC Author's folder and offer links to the books.

Hi

Just wanted to say Hi, and introduce myself.

I will try to pop in when time allows.

Love thrillers, and also true crime thrillers.

One of my favourite is Philip Carlo.

My name is Diane Fanning and I have twelve published true crime books, including my most recent SLEEP MY DARLINGS, about the Julie Schenecker case which is coming to trial this month. On Facebook, I have a true crime books pages, http://www.facebook.com/truecrimebooks. My next true crime book< UNDER COVER OF THE NIGHT, comes out in October.
In addition, I also have 8 crime fiction books published--7 in the Lucinda Pierce series set in Virginia, along with BITE THE MOON, a Texas Hill Country mystery. My latest fiction is historical, set in World War II in Oak Ridge, Tennessee.

Sean wrote: "Hi

Just wanted to say Hi, and introduce myself.

I will try to pop in when time allows.

Love thrillers, and also true crime thrillers.

One of my favourite is Philip Carlo."

Thanks for posting, I am a fan of Philip Carlo.

Diane wrote: "My name is Diane Fanning and I have twelve published true crime books, including my most recent SLEEP MY DARLINGS, about the Julie Schenecker case which is coming to trial this month. On Facebook,..."

Thanks for posting, I'm a fan!