Murder for Real: Adding Realism to Your Mystery Writing

Mystery & Crime • Writing Craft
2022
Featuring Bruce Robert Coffin

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Authentic police work adds authority to any mystery. Retired detective sergeant and procedural author Bruce Robert Coffin shares what homicide investigations truly involve, drawing on years of experience in the field. This session covers first response, evidence handling, cold cases, chain of command, and media pressure, helping writers add realistic detail and professional texture to their stories.

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