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Joanna Schaffhausen on writing the series detective.

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A History of Serial Killers Who Went Quiet Before Being Caught

A History of Serial Killers Who Went Quiet Before Being Caught

Dormant for years (or even decades), these infamous criminals were undone by new technology, old passions, or giant egos.

By Joanna Schaffhausen | August 11, 2021

Dark Minds: How Crime Fiction Reveals the True Nature of Sociopaths

Dark Minds: How Crime Fiction Reveals the True Nature of Sociopaths

Charming, fearless, and manipulative sociopaths have always been with us, in fiction and in reality.

By Joanna Schaffhausen | January 25, 2021

Four True Crime Cases Where DNA Evidence Yielded Unexpected Results

Four True Crime Cases Where DNA Evidence Yielded Unexpected Results

A brief look at some forensic, genetic puzzlers

By Joanna Schaffhausen | February 12, 2020

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