The Crime Factory

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Feel the burn: Bodybuilders accused of killing assistant, lighting car with her body on fire

Bodybuilders Craig Titus and Kelly Ryan seemed like the perfect power couple: they had fame, fortune, and a friend living in their home as an assistant. Everything turned upside-down when assistant Melissa James’ body was found in the trunk of…

Lady of the Dunes: Unsolved Mystery in Provincetown

Introduction One of the most enduring mysteries in American true crime is the case of the Lady of the Dunes. Discovered in Provincetown, Massachusetts, in…

An Insightful Journey with Scott Phillips: Writing, Adaptation, and Noir Fiction

Introduction Scott Phillips—a name synonymous with gripping noir fiction and intriguing storytelling. Born in Wichita, Kansas, Phillips has masterfully intertwined elements of crime, character-driven plots,…

Criminal Psychology: What Happens in the Mind of a Criminal?

Introduction Criminal psychology, the study of the thoughts, intentions, and behaviors of criminals, offers profound insights into the human mind. Understanding what drives individuals to…

The Golden State Killer (GSK)

The Golden State Killer (GSK) case is one of the most infamous and chilling criminal investigations in modern history. It spanned several decades, involved numerous jurisdictions, and ended in a groundbreaking resolution using genetic genealogy. Below is a detailed breakdown…

Lupo Danish Never Has Nightmares By Jimmy Callaway

Lupo Danish Never Has Nightmares is the gripping debut novel by San Diego-based writer and stand-up comedian Jimmy Callaway. A bold and unique entry into…

The Seduction of Violence

I like violence. I like it in movies, on my TV and in books. I like MMA fighting. It gives me an adrenaline rush, increases…

Ben Wheatley’s Kill List and My Unsettling Films List

Late last night I attended a packed screening of Kill List and to say that it fucked me up is to put it tres-fucking-mildly.…