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7 True Crime Books That Inspired Hit TV Shows & Movies
By ThriftBooks and Likewise • May 11, 2025
Explore the gripping true crime narratives that have captivated audiences everywhere, inspiring both acclaimed television series and films. Just be prepared to not get any sleep for a while...
11 True Crime Books Offering a Unique Historical Perspective
By Ashly Moore Sheldon • October 11, 2022
We love books that educate while also entertaining us. Historical true crime offers a gripping story enriched with a bit of a history lesson. Read on for eleven true crime books shining a light on a particular moment in history.
10 of the Best New True Crime Books
By Ashly Moore Sheldon • July 24, 2020
With so many of our summer traditions canceled or rescheduled, we are relying on literature to take us where we want to go. This week, get your Crime-Con on with 10 of the best new releases in True Crime and Crime Fiction.
Our Obsession with True Crime
Why Do We Love It So?
By Ashly Moore Sheldon • October 16, 2019
It may leave us sleeping with the lights on, but true crime tales are still a staple on our bedside tables. Why do we love these stories of grisly murders and twisted secrets? We came up with a few "benefits" of exploring the dark underbelly of human nature.
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