Criminal Minds

Bonus material! Includes an excerpt from John Douglas and Mark Olshaker’s Obsession! Discover the classic behind-the-scenes chronicle of John E. Douglas’ 25-year career in the FBI Investigative Support Unit, where he used psychological profiling to delve into the minds of the country’s most notorious serial killers and criminals - the basis for the upcoming Netflix original series.

A brilliant, no-nonsense profile of the criminal mind, newly updated in 2022 to include the latest research, effective methods for dealing with hardened criminals, and an urgent call to rethink criminal justice from expert witness Stanton E. Samenow, Ph.D. “Utterly compelling reading, full...

Nightmarish, evil and bloodthirsty creatures. They hide in the darkness, waiting to claim their next victim. Our imagination leads us to associate the word "monsters" with vampires, werewolves, orcs, mutant abominations. Scary beings indeed, but still the fruit of our imagination. The protagonists of these stories are all too real. In this book you will find some of the most famous serial killers, cannibals, thieves and scammers, but also some of the most unusual and less known cases. Were they really monsters? Or maybe the monsters are just the distorted reflection of all too human drives?...

What drives a person to commit seemingly inexplicable crimes? Dr Duncan Harding is the person the police and the courts turn to for answers. An expert witness, he must try to establish a defendant’s mental state and motivation. And their fitness to stand trial. Growing up in a broken, violent home, Harding became a doctor because he wanted to be good and kind. It led him on a journey that has brought him face to face with psychopaths and taken him to the limits. But he’s never turned away nor given up hope. Mesmerising, insightful and redemptive, The Criminal Mind is his unforgettable story.

When a disabled Vietnam veteran, reared in that town, collides in the heart of Manhattan with a teenage girl suffering from multiple personality disorder and memories of being trapped in a locked wooden box as a child, their budding connection slowly unravels memories that neither of them can leave in the past. After two buried crates are unearthed at a remote construction site outside Cartersville with the bones of small boys inside them, and simultaneously, another local child goes missing, Nick Mannino and Paul Tarantino are drawn into the fray.

Are you fascinated by the mysterious world of criminal minds and the art of profiling? Dive into "Unmasking Crime," your ultimate beginner's guide to unraveling the enigmatic world of criminal profiling. Unlock the Secrets of Criminal Behavior In this meticulously crafted book, you'll embark on a riveting journey into the minds of criminals, exploring the intricate web of motives, behaviors, and psychological triggers that lead to unlawful acts. Whether you're an aspiring criminologist, a psychology enthusiast, or simply a true crime fan, this book provides an accessible and captivating ...

The Anatomy of Motive offers a dramatic, insightful look at the development and evolution of the criminal mind. The famed former chief of the FBI's Investigative Support Unit, John Douglas was the pioneer of modern behavioral profiling of serial criminals. Working again with acclaimed novelist, journalist, and filmmaker Mark Olshaker, and using cases from his own fabled career as examples, Douglas takes us further than ever before into the dark corners of the minds of arsonists, hijackers, bombers, poisoners, serial killers, and mass murderers.

Criminal Plague deeply dives into who Michelle Hartmann is, what she's done, how it all happened and why she became the woman she is today. The story of an unapologetic, merciless, privileged and now disgraced lawyer.

Unlock the secrets behind criminal behavior with Inside the Criminal Mind, a comprehensive exploration into the world of forensic psychology and criminal profiling. This captivating eBook takes you on a journey through the intricate dynamics of the criminal mind, delving deep into the psychological underpinnings and profiling methods used to unravel some of the most perplexing criminal cases. Begin with an introduction to forensic psychology and criminal profiling, where you'll discover the evolution of these fascinating fields and learn through key figures and case studies that have shaped...

There is no safe place… A murder with no way in and no way out. A victim found inside a sealed home that even the most seasoned investigators can’t explain. What begins as a classic locked-room mystery quickly spirals into something far deadlier—a game of wits where every “perfect” crime is only the first move. Texas Rangers Ruth Baker and Aaron Tate race against time to stop a brilliant but deranged psychopath who leaves a trail of ingenious, seemingly perfect murders. Each crime scene is sealed tight, every death more impossible than the last, and the body count keeps rising. ...

At the heart of countless crimes lie the mysteries of the human mind. In this eye-opening book, Dr. Cheryl Paradis draws back the curtain on the fascinating world of forensic psychology, and revisits the most notorious and puzzling cases she has handled in her multifaceted career. Her riveting, sometimes shocking stories reveal the crucial and often surprising role forensic psychology plays in the pursuit of justice - in which the accused may truly believe their own bizarre lies, creating a world that pushes them into committing horrific, violent crimes.

Written by the forensic nurse who transformed the way the FBI profiles and catches serial killers, this thought-provoking book takes an intimate look at the creation of the Behavioral Science Unit–the inspiration for Hulu’s Mastermind documentary. In the 1970s, the FBI created the...

Have you ever wondered what compels an otherwise ordinary person to cross the most sacred moral boundaries? In Inside the Criminal’s Mind, explore the chilling psychology behind some of history’s most notorious criminals—like Andrea Yates, Jeffrey Epstein, and John Wayne Gacy. What hidden patterns drive these individuals to commit the unthinkable? This book delves into the neurological and psychological forces that influence criminal behavior, revealing how structural brain abnormalities and chemical imbalances may play a role. Drawing on pioneering research by Cesare Lombroso, we ...

Acclaimed crime historian, podcaster, and author of American Sherlock Kate Winkler Dawson tells the thrilling story of Edward Rulloff—a serial murderer who was called “too intelligent to be killed”—and the array of 19th century investigators who were convinced his brain held the key to...

Face-to-face with some of America's most terrifying killers, FBI veteran and ex-Army CID colonel Robert Ressler learned from them how to identify the unknown monsters who walk among us - and put them behind bars. Now the man who coined the phrase "serial killer" and advised Thomas Harris on The Silence of the Lambs shows how he has tracked down some of the nation's most brutal murderers. Join Ressler as he takes you on the hunt for America's most dangerous psychopaths. It is a terrifying journey you will not forget.

Anders Behring Breivik killed more people in his twin terror attack in Norway last year than any lone gunman ever had in peacetime before him. When he was arrested, he claimed to act on behalf of the Knights Templar, a militant network sworn to protect Europe from Islam. But Norwegian police could find no evidence such a group existed.

THE CATCHER IN THE RYE ENIGMA unearths the mysteries surrounding the 1951 novel The Catcher in the Rye, by J.D. Salinger – arguably the most controversial book of all time. Nicknamed the 'Bible of teenage angst', the classic novel, which is frequently labeled immoral by different groups, has been banned in various parts of America over the decades. However, the main controversy, and indeed the most common reason for it being banned, was that it either inspired or was associated with some of the most infamous crimes of the 20th Century. These crimes include the murder of John Lennon and ...

In March 1976, Ted Bundy was convicted of the aggravated kidnapping of a young woman near Salt Lake City, Utah. Bundy had not been accused or convicted of any violent crime except this one. No one knew then how many women Bundy had murdered, and many thought him incapable of doing so.

The crime-infested intersection of West Fayette and Monroe Streets is well-known--and cautiously avoided--by most of Baltimore. But this notorious corner's 24-hour open-air drug market provides the economic fuel for a dying neighborhood. David Simon, an award-winning author and crime reporter...

Did Lizzie Borden murder her own father and stepmother? Was Jack the Ripper actually the Duke of Clarence? Who killed JonBenet Ramsey? #1 New York Times bestselling author and legendary FBI criminal profiler John Douglas, along with author and filmmaker Mark Olshaker—the team behind the famous...