Crime stories have always intrigued viewers and storytellers. Today, crime shows rule the airwaves and there is truly a procedural drama out there for every personality — and every writer. Born out of the author’s real-life experiences growing up around death investigation, Forensic Speak unlocks the secrets of forensic science for writers and fans alike. With a filmography of 100 film and TV examples and 80 additional resources, the book provides writers direct access to hundred of ways to make their crime writing more authentic.
Crime stories have always intrigued viewers and storytellers. Today, crime shows rule the airwaves and there is truly a procedural drama out there for every personality — and every writer. Born out of the author’s real-life experiences growing up around death investigation, Forensic Speak unlocks the secrets of forensic science for writers and fans alike. With a filmography of 100 film and TV examples and 80 additional resources, the book provides writers direct access to hundred of ways to make their crime writing more authentic.
Introduction
How to Use This Book
Who This Book is For
Chapter 1: Chewing the Fat with CSIs
36 terms and exercises
Chapter 2: Coroner Chat
47 terms and exercises
Chapter 3: Toxicology Tete-a-tete
38 terms and exercises
Chapter 4: Fingerprint Talk
24 terms and exercises
Chapter 5: DNA Lingo
24 terms and exercises
Chapter 6: Blood Spatter Speak
38 terms and exercises
Chapter 7: Gabbing About Guns
53 terms and exercises
Chapter 8: Courtroom Confabulation
41 terms and exercises
Extra Exercises
Conclusion
Resources
Filmography
Jennifer Dornbush lÓ"
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