Write Better Crime.
Readers and viewers are more knowledgeable than ever, and they can quickly recognize when an investigation doesn't feel authentic. Whether you're writing a mystery novel, crime thriller, screenplay, podcast, or documentary, believable investigative procedures and forensic science can transform a good story into an unforgettable one. Drawing on more than two decades as a homicide detective, forensic specialist, educator, and storyteller, I help writers understand not only what detectives do, but how they think. Together, we'll strengthen investigations, eliminate plot holes, build realistic characters, and create stories that remain true to the evidence while keeping readers and audiences turning the page.
Common Mistakes I See
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Detectives obtaining evidence they couldn't legally access.
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Crime scenes processed in the wrong order.
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Forensic results arriving unrealistically fast.
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Medical examiner conclusions that exceed the available evidence.
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Detectives making leaps without following the evidence.
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Investigations that ignore chain of custody or jurisdiction.
How I Can Help
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Story Development – Build investigations that feel authentic from the first clue to the final reveal.
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Plot Hole Analysis – Identify inconsistencies, procedural errors, and missed opportunities before your readers do.
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Script & Manuscript Review – Strengthen realism while preserving your voice and dramatic intent.
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Writers' Room Consulting – On-call investigative expertise for television, film, podcasts, and streaming productions.
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Forensic & Historical Research – Guidance on crime scenes, evidence, investigative procedure, and period-accurate policing.