Cops and Writers: From The Academy To The Street Contributor(s): O'Donnell, Patrick J. (Author) |
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ISBN: 1074426967 ISBN-13: 9781074426965 Publisher: Independently Published OUR PRICE: $14.24 Product Type: Paperback Published: June 2019 |
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BISAC Categories: - Law | Criminal Procedure |
Physical Information: 0.53" H x 5.5" W x 8.5" (0.66 lbs) 232 pages |
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Publisher Description: Looking to add an authentic edge to your crime fiction? Ride along with a real-life sergeant to give your story the accuracy your readers crave. Are you a civilian crime writer who wants to use picture perfect law enforcement details? Do you worry that your mystery novel or screenplay lacks credibility? Fiction and nonfiction author Sergeant Patrick O'Donnell has seen it all in his 24 years working for one of the largest police departments in the country. Now he's here to help your writing honor the men and women who risk their lives in the line of duty. Cops and Writers: From the Academy to the Street is your in-depth field guide for navigating the path from new recruit to seasoned patrol officer. Through O'Donnell's accounts, you'll get up close and personal with day-to-day challenges and out-of-the-ordinary emergencies including homicides, hostage situations, and bomb threats. Armed with this invaluable resource for decoding police jargon, tactics, and standard-issue gear, you'll be well equipped to breathe new life into your stories. In Cops and Writers, you'll discover:
Cops and Writers is your all-in-one reference guide for giving your novel or screenplay much-needed street cred. If you like candid stories told with cop humor, technical details, and peering into the minds of those who serve and protect, then you'll love Sergeant Patrick O'Donnell's must-have handbook for crime fiction writers. Buy Cops and Writers to make your storytelling more authentic today |