True Crime

Charles Allen Lechmere, a man consumed by darkness, left an indelible mark on the streets of London. His crimes, a gruesome symphony of violence, continue to captivate and horrify to this day. This book delves into the life and crimes of one of history's...

A gripping and meticulously researched account of the unsolved murders of two music icons, Tupac Shakur and the Notorious B.I.G. Randall Sullivan's book, Labyrinth, sheds light on the widespread corruption within the Los Angeles Police Department in the...

The Girl in the Leaves: A True Crime Story In the fall of 2010, a shocking series of events unfolded in Apple Valley, Ohio. Four people vanished without a trace, leaving investigators baffled. It was only when a police SWAT team raided the home of...

The Ultimate Guide to Serial Killers: A Comprehensive Look at History's Most Notorious Murderers. For fans of true crime, this book offers a detailed and in-depth exploration of the lives and histories of serial killers from around the world. With...

Goodbye Helter Skelter: A New Look at the Tate-LaBianca MurdersRevised Second Edition, 15 October 2019This book offers a fresh examination of the Tate-LaBianca murders, one of the most infamous crimes in American history. Based on years of research and...

Safecracking is a fascinating history of the safecracking industry, revealing the stories of those on both sides of the law. From the earliest strong-boxes to today's high-tech alarm systems, the battle between burglar and protector is a timeless one...

Under the Bridge by Rebecca Godfrey In the summer of 1997, a teenage girl's disappearance at a party in British Columbia sent shockwaves through the community. The subsequent investigation and trials of the seven girls and boy accused of her murder would...

The Book of Murder: A Prosecutor's Journey Through Love and Death A unique and unflinching look at the world of murder and the men and women who seek justice, Matt Murphy, a former senior deputy district attorney, shares his experiences and insights from...

Columbine is a comprehensive and deeply researched exploration of the 1999 mass shooting in Littleton, Colorado, and its far-reaching consequences. This book delves into fundamental American themes of violence, racism, parenting, and policing, shedding...

Two leaked address books and a house manual from Jeffrey Epstein's alleged pedophile ring are revealed in this 266-page book.Among the contents are two address books, one containing over 1,500 names of Epstein's associates, including politicians,...

True Crime Case Histories: Volumes 7, 8, and 9This collection of 36 true crime stories delves into lesser-known cases from the past 100 years, offering a unique perspective on the darker side of human nature. From the disappearance of a young girl in a...

Tracers in the Dark: The Global Hunt for the Crime Lords of Cryptocurrency by Andy Greenberg is a gripping story of crime and pursuit that delves into the dark world of cryptocurrency. Over the last decade, a single innovation has massively fueled...

Howard Vincent's Police Code, 1889 is a comprehensive guide to the Metropolitan Police of the Victorian era. Compiled by Howard Vincent, Director of the CID, this code was first published in 1881 and remained an invaluable resource for Metropolitan...

American Predator: The Hunt for the Most Meticulous Serial Killer of the 21st Century In the world of serial killers, few names are as unknown as Israel Keyes. This is a story about a man who evaded detection for over a decade, leaving behind a trail of...

The Big Book of Serial Killers Volume 2: 150 Files of the World's Worst Murderers This comprehensive encyclopedia explores the lives of 150 serial killers, delving into their motives, crimes, and ultimate fates. With uncensored details of their horrific...

The Borden Tragedy A Memoir of the Infamous Double Murder at Fall River, Mass., 1892 by Rick Geary In 1892, a shocking double murder shook the town of Fall River, Massachusetts, leaving a trail of mystery and intrigue. This graphic memoir tells the story...

Blind Faith is a true crime story that exposes the dark underbelly of a seemingly perfect suburban family. In 1990, the brutal murder of Maria Marshall sent shockwaves through the community, but as the investigation unfolded, disturbing facts about the...

Lady Killers: A Dark History of Female Serial Killers This book delves into the lesser-known world of female serial killers, uncovering the gruesome crimes and cunning motivations of women who have been largely forgotten by history. From the 16th-century...

Charles Carneglia: A Life of Madness and Murder Charles Carneglia was a man who embodied the darker side of the New York mafia. His life was marked by a trail of violence and depravity, as he rose to prominence within the Gambino family. This is a...

Lord Lucan: Africa a New Beginning is a memoir by Ian Crosby, first published in 2011.The book recounts the author's personal journey and experiences, including his time in Africa, where he reflects on his life and the lessons he has learned.With 144...

Michaella McCollum's memoir is a gripping account of her time in prison, told through her own diaries and letters. In 2013, she was arrested and imprisoned in Peru for attempting to smuggle cocaine, a crime that would change her life forever. This is her...

The Long Silence: The Story of James Hanratty and the A6 Murder by Valerie Storie For the first time, Valerie Storie reveals the harrowing details of the infamous A6 Murder, which took place 60 years ago. In 1962, Valerie and her fiancé Michael were the...

A riveting true crime account of a lawyer's unlikely defence of a notorious serial killer. In 1978, young lawyer Sam Amirante took on his first high-profile case, defending John Wayne Gacy, one of America's most infamous serial killers. Gacy's case was...

The Times Report of the Trial of William Palmer by Bill Peschel is a reprinted court transcript from 1856, edited and corrected for the first time. The trial drew the attention of royalty and inspired notable writers, including Charles Dickens and Wilkie...

Manhunt: Tracking Britain's Most Wanted MurdererBy Peter Bleksley, Ad Lib Publishers LimitedIn 2004, two young lives were brutally cut short in Liverpool. The subsequent investigation has been one of the most complex and enduring in British history. For...

Step back into the murky world of late Georgian and early Victorian English murder. This book presents a collection of facsimiles of authentic nineteenth century crime reports, offering a glimpse into the darker side of the era. Over sixty notorious...

Serial killers are a fascinating and terrifying topic. This book explores the lives and crimes of some of the most notorious serial killers in history, delving into their minds and methods. With detailed accounts of their crimes and a look at what makes...

The Irishman: A Confession The story of Jimmy Hoffa's disappearance has captivated the nation for decades. In 2016, Charles Brandt published a book that sheds new light on the case, based on a series of recorded interviews with Frank Sheeran, a man who...

Edmund Kemper: The True Story of the Brutal Co-ed Butcher This book tells the story of Edmund Emil Kemper III, a serial killer who terrorized the world between 1964 and 1973. His victims included his adoptive grandparents, six co-eds from the University...

The Skies Belong to Us: Love and Terror in the Golden Age of Hijacking In the late 1960s and early 1970s, a wave of desperation swept across America, with nearly a plane hijacking every week. The hijackers, often driven by disillusionment and a desire...

The History of the Aryan Brotherhood by Gabriel C. Morales is a detailed account of the rise and influence of the Aryan Brotherhood in the US criminal justice system. Spanning multiple institutions, including San Quentin, Folsom Prison, and the Federal...

The disappearance of Susan Powell in 2009 was a case that captivated the American public, with the media focusing on her husband, Josh, and the subsequent revelations of shocking secrets. This book, written by Gregg Olsen and Rebecca Morris, delves into...

The A to Z Encyclopedia of Serial Killers by Harold Schechter and David Everitt is a comprehensive guide to the world of serial murder. Spanning hundreds of detailed entries, this book examines the shocking crimes, infamous perpetrators, and cultural...

A unique and thought-provoking book about the mind of a serial killer. In "His Garden: Conversations With A Serial Killer", author Anne K. Howard shares a remarkable story of correspondence and friendship with William Devin Howell, Connecticut's most...

The Life and Death of Paul McCartney, 1942-66 A Very English Mystery by Nick Kollerstrom A mysterious event in the history of rock and roll has sparked an underground culture, with rumors circulating that Paul McCartney died in a car accident and was...

The dark side of history is revealed in this thought-provoking exploration of the Nazi war machine. Notorious Nazi Doctors delves into the atrocities committed by medical professionals and scientists who were sworn to save lives, yet ended them instead...

Jeffrey Epstein: The Unraveling of a Millionaire's Sex ScandalThe story of Jeffrey Epstein's death was just one part of a complex web of scandals that surrounded his life. As his trial loomed, the public was offered a glimpse into a world of privilege...

On September 6th, 1949, a shocking mass shooting took place in East Camden, New Jersey, leaving thirteen people dead in less than twelve minutes. This is the true story of the first recorded mass shooting in America, a tale of revenge and tragedy.Through...

Shergar, one of the Thoroughbred industry's most renowned stallions, was stolen in a daring heist in 1983. The thieves, who demanded a hefty ransom for the safe return of the stallion, were never paid and Shergar's remains have never been found. In...

Elliott O'Donnell was a man of many faces, but his most enduring image was that of a dapper ghost hunter. With his gold-rimmed pince-nez, scarlet-lined cloak, and silver-knobbed cane, he was a figure of fascination and fear. His life spanned 93 years,...

A True Crime Short with 42 Photos The life of Jim Williams, a charismatic antiques dealer, was marked by both glamour and darkness. His lavish lifestyle and connections to celebrities like Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis and the Rockefellers earned him a...

Al Capone's Beer Wars: A Complete History of Organized Crime in Chicago During Prohibition This comprehensive history of organized crime in Chicago during Prohibition provides a detailed account of the city's underworld from 1920 to 1933. Drawing on 25...

One of the most notorious episodes of the Troubles, Jean McConville's abduction in 1972 was a pivotal moment in Northern Ireland's history. In this gripping narrative, Patrick Radden Keefe weaves together the story of her murder and its devastating...

Frances Glessner Lee's groundbreaking work in forensic science is a testament to her innovative spirit and determination. In the early 20th century, she created the "Nutshell Studies of Unexplained Death", a series of detailed dioramas used to train...

Dennis Rader, a man who led a double life, stalked and murdered a family of four in 1974, and went on to claim ten more victims. For thirty years, he evaded capture, leaving behind a trail of terror and notes that taunted the city. His ordinary facade as...

The Kray twins' story, re-examined through a historian's lens. John Bennett draws on a range of sources, including memoirs, press reports, and official files, to present a fresh perspective on the Kray legend. By dispelling myths and uncovering...

Steven Spielberg and the Twilight Zone: A Dark Cover-Up In 1982, a tragic helicopter crash on the set of a major film resulted in the deaths of a child actor and two young stuntmen. The incident, which occurred during the filming of a segment for the...

Drilling Through Discovery is the latest installment in Nick van der Leek's in-depth exploration of the Chris Watts case. This book delves deep into the 196 pages of discovery documents, integrating video footage for the first time into a seamless...

Jimmy the Weed: A Life in the Manchester UnderworldJimmy Donnelly's life has been a story of crime and survival, spanning five decades and taking him from humble beginnings to the top of the illicit ticket agent scene in the North.In this explosive...

Boston's darkest secret was finally laid to rest in 1874, when 14-year-old Jesse Pomeroy was arrested for a series of heinous crimes that shocked the city. Now, acclaimed true crime writer Harold Schechter brings to light the shocking true story of...

The Stranger Beside Me by Ann Rule In 1971, Ann Rule met a charismatic young man who would become her close friend and confidant. Three years later, a series of brutal murders shook the nation, and Rule began to investigate a man with a dark secret. As...

A New York Times Best Seller, this book offers a brilliant account of a shocking murder and the sensational trial that followed. In 1954, two teenage girls, accused of bludgeoning their mother to death, were arrested and later confessed to the crime...

Dr Ben Cave's journey into the heart of madness is a poignant and engrossing account of his 30-year career as a forensic psychiatrist.Working with patients with the severest mental health disorders, Dr Cave has witnessed the human stories behind the...

Jason Moss's true-life journey into the mind of a serial killer is a story of obsession and danger. It began with a college course assignment, which escalated into a correspondence with infamous killers, including Dahmer, Manson, Ramirez, and Gacy. Moss...

Ken Rex McElroy, a notorious figure in small-town America, lived a life of violence and terror for over twenty years. His crimes, including rape, robbery, and arson, left a trail of fear and despair in the communities he targeted. Despite the law's...

Who Killed Epstein? Prince Andrew Or Bill Clinton examines the roles of Jeffrey Epstein and his accomplices in a honey-trap operation and the likelihood of a royal prince or an ex-president being co-conspirators in his assassination.Survivors have...

The Murder of Bessie Sheppard. Second Edition A new edition of this true crime book has been released, featuring a revised section that brings the story up to date. This compact edition offers a low price for a gripping and thought-provoking read. The...

Francis Thompson, the Victorian poet, has long been linked to the infamous Jack the Ripper murders. Living in London during the time of the Whitechapel killings, Thompson may have had the motive, means, and opportunity to commit some of the crimes. His...

The Kill Jar: A True Crime Memoir The Oakland County Child Killings remain one of the most infamous unsolved serial killer cases in American history. In 1976 and 1977, four children were abducted and murdered outside of Detroit, their bodies eventually...

A House to Remember: 10 Rillington Place The case of Timothy Evans and John Christie is one of the most infamous in British true crime history. In 1950, Timothy Evans was hanged for the murder of his baby daughter, and he was also accused of murdering...

Gold Fever Awaydays: Boys from the Mersey 2 is a true crime story about a group of friends who turned their passion for football into a business, operating on the fringes of the sport's underworld. In the 1990s, they made a living by selling goods to...

Stevie Cameron's investigative tour de force tells the story of Robert William Pickton, one of North America's most prolific serial killers. Cameron first began following the case in 1998, when reports of missing women in Vancouver's Downtown Eastside...

A vivid and often shocking account of life in New York City's club scene in the 1990s, Party Monster is a true crime story that explores the darker side of the city's nightlife. The book delves into the world of clubs like The Tunnel and The Limelight,...

The Vatican Ratline: A True Story of Survival and Deception In the aftermath of World War II, a network of secret routes and safe houses was established to help fleeing Nazis escape to South America. This is the true story of one survivor's recovered...

The Lost Girls: The True Story of the Cleveland Abductions and the Incredible Rescue of Michelle Knight, Amanda Berry, and Gina DeJesus This is the harrowing true story of three innocent young women who were kidnapped, imprisoned, and repeatedly abused...

Barbara Butcher's remarkable true crime memoir offers a candid and sensitive look at her experiences as a New York City death investigator. With over 5,500 death scenes under her belt, including the 9/11 attacks, Butcher shares the untold stories behind...

On 12th October 1967, Cyprus Airways flight 284 crashed into the Mediterranean Sea near the island of Kastellorizo, resulting in the loss of all 66 passengers and crew. The flight, from London Heathrow to Nicosia via Athens, was operated by British...

Behind the Horror: True Stories That Inspired Horror Movies Explore the twisted tales that inspired some of the most iconic horror movies. From demonic possession to serial killers, Dr. Lee Mellor delves into the real-life stories behind the screen. The...

Dr. William Palmer's infamous trial in 1856 marked a significant milestone in the history of forensic science, as it was the first case to be moved due to extensive media coverage. This case, which involved the poisoning of his best friend, has been...

A true crime story from Exmoor in 1858, The Wheal Eliza Murder is a harrowing account of a father's devastating crime. In July 1858, William Burgess took his six-year-old daughter, Anna Marie, to stay with her aunt and uncle in Porlock, Somerset, but...

In Search of the Rainbow's End Inside the White House Farm Murders by Colin Caffell The shocking murder of a family of five in 1985 sent shockwaves through the nation. This book is the first and only account of the White House Farm murders to have been...

The Toolbox Killers: A Deadly Duo The Toolbox Killers, Lawrence Bittaker and Roy Norris, brought a level of terror to California in the 1970s, changing the way people lived their lives. Their brutal murder spree, which began in prison, shocked the nation...

True Crime Case Histories: 32 Disturbing True Crime StoriesThis three-book collection presents a collection of 32 true crime stories, each one more disturbing than the last. The stories within are not for the faint of heart, as they delve into the...

The Fort Bragg Cartel: A page-turning investigation into the dark side of America's special operations forces. In December 2020, a deer hunter stumbled upon two bodies riddled with bullets in a forested corner of Fort Bragg, North Carolina. The victims...

Dr. Cyril Wecht and journalist Charles Bosworth examine the public evidence available in the unsolved murder of a six-year-old girl, found dead in her home on Christmas Day 1996. Forensic pathologist Dr. Wecht and journalist Charles Bosworth delve into...

A Beautiful Child: A True Story of Hope, Horror, and an Enduring Human Spirit Sharon Marshall was a bright and promising young woman, with a future filled with promise. However, her life took a devastating turn when her father, a fugitive with a dark...

Inside the raw, first-hand account of a gripping tale, Lou Back recounts the devastating consequences of envy, greed, and murder on the lives of those affected.This true crime story is a harrowing exploration of the darker side of human nature, revealing...

This House of Grief by Helen Garner is a true-crime book that explores the aftermath of a devastating family tragedy. In 2005, a father drove his three young sons to their mother, his ex-wife, after a bitter custody battle. The car they were in plunged...

The Denham Massacre In May 1870, a shocking and brutal crime shook the quiet town of Denham, Buckinghamshire. Seven members of the Marshall family, including three small children, were found brutally murdered in their home. The crime scene was a scene of...

The Trial of Lizzie Borden by Cara Robertson The brutal murders of Andrew and Abby Borden in Fall River, Massachusetts, in August 1892, sent shockwaves across the nation and captivated the world's attention. Lizzie Borden, the couple's younger daughter,...

Liverpool Murders - Kirkdale Public Hangings Between 1835 and 1867, a total of 31 people were executed in public at Kirkdale gaol in Liverpool. This book provides a detailed account of the circumstances surrounding each of these executions, as well as...

Detective Ian James's life took a dramatic turn when he was approached by a team of four to set up a new unit tackling a dark and challenging world. To assume the role, he would have to adopt a new identity, one that would allow him to infiltrate the...

Detective Lt. Joe Kenda shares his most harrowing and revealing case files from his 19 years as a homicide detective. This collection of unsolved and shocking murders delves into the darkest corners of human nature, revealing the motivations and actions...

Among the Bros is a harrowing and disturbing true story that delves into the darker side of elite American fraternity life. Investigative journalist Max Marshall's journey into the world of fraternity Xanax trafficking and murder reveals a shocking web...

D.B. Cooper and Flight 305 Reexamining the Hijacking and Disappearance by Robert H. Edwards On November 24, 1971, a man known as "D.B. Cooper" hijacked a Boeing 727 aircraft, taking it from Portland to Seattle. He demanded $200,000 and four parachutes,...

Roger Rogerson From Hero Cop to Convicted Murderer - the Inside Story The life of Roger Rogerson was marked by a shocking descent from hero cop to convicted murderer. Once one of the most highly decorated police officers in New South Wales, Rogerson's...

Get an inside look at the shocking true story of Jeffrey Dahmer's murders, as told by the Milwaukee Journal reporter who broke the story. This updated edition of the book includes new material, including a preface and final chapter that explore the...

The Man with Candy by Jack Olsen In 1974, a series of mass murders shook the city of Houston, leaving nearly thirty young boys dead. The case was shrouded in secrecy, with the police initially treating the disappearances as runaways. It wasn't until one...

FBI veteran Robert K. Ressler shares his 20-year journey tracking serial killers for the FBI in this gripping true story. Ressler, a former Army CID colonel, used his expertise to identify and track down some of America's most brutal murderers. By...

Surveillance Countermeasures: A Practical Guide to Countering Hostile Surveillance ThreatsThis comprehensive manual provides essential knowledge on how to identify and counter surveillance threats, essential for individuals and security professionals in...

Fred and Rose West: The Full Story of Fred and Rose West and the Gloucester House of HorrorsThis is the definitive account of one of Britain's most infamous true crime cases, now updated with a postscript from the author. The Wests' brutal crimes shocked...

A haunting true story of obsession and determination. Michelle McNamara's investigation into the Golden State Killer case spans over a decade, driven by her own unique approach to true crime journalism. With meticulous research and unwavering dedication,...

Travis Victor Alexander's life was marked by both incredible success and unimaginable tragedy. Born to parents struggling with addiction, he faced a childhood of poverty and neglect, yet found solace in his faith and a supportive community. As he grew...

The Full Story of the Hells Angels A powerful and unflinching portrait of the Hells Angels, this book tells the story of a life lived on the edge. George Wethern, a former vice president of the Oakland Chapter, shares his unique perspective on the inner...

Elizabeth Bathory: The Life and Legacy of History's Most Prolific Female Serial Killer Discover the complex and disturbing story of Elizabeth Bathory, a woman whose life and crimes have captivated historians and the public alike. This book delves into...

Chet Sandhu's story is one of survival and dominance in the harsh world of Europe's most notorious prison. In 1999, he was arrested and sentenced to life behind bars, but it was there that he proved to be a force to be reckoned with. This book is a...

Dorothy Kilgallen, a renowned TV star and investigative reporter, was a journalist feared for her unyielding pursuit of truth. Her investigation into the JFK assassination, however, sparked a cover-up by government agencies and led to abuse of power at...

Tokyo Vice: A riveting true-life tale of newspaper noir and Japanese organized crime, as seen through the eyes of an American investigative journalist who uncovered a scandal that reverberated from Tokyo to the FBI. Jake Adelstein's memoir takes readers...

Albert Anastasia: The Lord High Executioner The life and crimes of Albert Anastasia, the infamous mafia boss, are a brutal and fascinating story in the history of American organized crime. Born in Italy, Anastasia rose to become one of the most powerful...

The Devil at His Elbow: Alex Murdaugh and the Fall of a Southern Dynasty The story of Alex Murdaugh's downfall is one of power, privilege, and blood. This is the true account of the Murdaugh murders, told by a veteran journalist who has become an...