Highlighting The Essence Of A True Crime Novel

By Jose Barnes


When it comes to books, there are a variety of different genres. In the case of a True Crime Novel, the publication is often focused on one particularly interesting story. While stories vary, most often those put into this format are related to well known kidnappings, murders and other events which an audience may find interesting.

In most cases, authors penning this type material examine a variety of facts related to a specific incident. While many use actual names, others develop characters based on the original victims in a case. As might be expected, many of these stories are based on kidnappings, serial killers and murders.

While it can often be hard to relay the essence of a story to readers, authors working in this area tend to do a great job. For, as the stories are about real people, readers can often connect with the victims. Although, those whom write these stories from a speculative point of view as an onlooker may have a more difficult time doing so.

Research and development are the most important aspects in this type writing. When writing about a crime that has set a precedent or one which is historic in nature, it is important that all information such as date, time and place be specific. For, there are readers whom are going to take a special interest in the case. As such, a number of individuals may want to research and gain more insight into the facts of a case once having read the book.

Most often writers take information from a number of different sources when penning a story of this nature. A good example of this style writing is that of the book Helter Skelter, published in 1974. In this case, the story refers to the Manson Family murders which were carried out by various members at the request of Charles Manson. The book is so enthralling to readers that it still holds the record for being the all time best seller of books of this nature in the United States.

Stories based on criminal activity whether fact or fiction have always excited and entertained readers. With this being a rare genre, and the fact that men and women commit these type crimes, most books appeal to both sexes. While this is the case, it should be noted that in all cases, these crimes are often committed by people who knew the victims except for those committed by serial killers.

As might be expected, sensational crimes make the best stories when it comes to this genre. For example, JonBenet Ramsey, O. J. Simpson and others provide authors the chance to write in-depth publications related to the crimes. While these crimes may be more notable, there are also local stories which have made it to bookshelves. For example, the story of Natalie Antonetti, a woman whom was brutally murdered in Austin, Texas in the 1980s is the subject of a book titled "As She Lay Sleeping."

While there can be reversals of a guilty sentence, books related to the incident are rarely pulled from shelves. In some cases, local authors may not release new issues once the originals are sold. Although, when it comes to best sellers, most writers are more about selling books than replacing those already on shelves. Whereas, when it comes to e-book authors, it is often easier to update the facts when and where necessary.




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