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True Crime Spotlight
If your library system is anything like mine, your holds lists for Michelle McNamara's true crime epic I'll Be Gone in the Dark are still pretty steep -- not surprising, since McNamara's reportage played a vital role in the suspected Golden State Killer's
recent arrest. 
 
Whether you're swamped with hold requests or looking for titles to recommend to Dark devotees, the intrepid minds at Book Squad have got you covered. Venture forth for read-alikes and search strategies that encourage a more well-rounded discussion about a variety of true crime interests and reading tastes (any white-collar crime fans out there?)
 
Until next time,
Kaitlin
 

 
In the meantime...
 
 
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Are your patrons looking for titles to hold them over until they get their hands on a copy of I'll Be Gone in the Dark? Are newfound fans looking for their next true crime fave? The read-alike titles on this bookmark will satisfy many audiences.  
  • LibraryAware subscribers can customize titles and
    book jackets. Select "Bookmark-4-page" and search for
    "true crime."
     
  • Looking for more suggestions? Try searching GX "True crime" AND RC "Journalistic" in NoveList, or browse our Recommended Reads Lists for Serial Killers (UI 427657) and General True Crime (UI 427658).

The sleuthing continues! 
  • Check out our article "Other Voices from Unexpected Rooms: Where True Crime Meets Memoir" (UI 445429).
  • For search strategies that eschew disturbing true crime hallmarks (such as murder investigations or sexual violence), check out my recent blog post. 
"Open the door. Show us your face."
-Michelle McNamara
I'll Be Gone in the Dark




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