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Crime stories have always intrigued viewers and storytellers. Today, crime shows rule the airwaves and there is truly a procedural drama out there for every personality — and every writer. Born out of the author’s real-life experiences growing up around death investigation, Forensic Speak unlocks the secrets of forensic science for writers and fans alike. With a filmography of 100 film and TV examples and 80 additional resources, the book provides writers direct access to hundred of ways to make their crime writing more authentic.

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Michael Wiese Productions
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February 1, 2013
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Jennifer Dornbush is a TV and film writer, crime scribe, forensic science maven, and writing instructor. When not making visits to the coroner’s office or hanging out with CSIs, Jennifer is penning scripts. Jennifer and her two co-writers were awarded Humanitas’ New Voices Prize and are presently developing their half-hour comedy pilot, Home Bodies. Her TV drama pilot, The Coroner’s Daughter, was a second-round pick at the Austin Screenplay Competition. Prior to that she was a semi-finalist in NBC’s Writers on the Verge with a one-hour procedural spec. Her family feature script, Mulberry Lane, is currently optioned with Fools Errand Films. www.jenniferdornbush.com.

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Publisher ‏ : ‎ Michael Wiese Productions (February 1, 2013)
Language ‏ : ‎ English
Paperback ‏ : ‎ 300 pages
ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1615931317
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1615931316
Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 1.55 pounds
Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 10.94 x 0.68 x 7.44 inches

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Jennifer Dornbush is a screenwriter, author, international speaker and forensic specialist. As she says, “I grew up around death.”

The television or movie screen is the closest most people will ever come to witnessing the forensic world. But Jennifer was raised in it. As the daughter of a small town medical examiner whose office was in their home. There were body parts in the fridge. She investigated her first fatality, an airplane crash, when she was 8 years old. Picking up pieces of skull with her father who simply saw it as an anatomy lesson. The first of many coroner lessons she experienced over two decades.

After exploring journalism and high school teaching, Jennifer turned seriously to screenwriting where she began to connect her coroner world to her writing. She sought out a degree at the Forensic Science Academy in Los Angeles to gain more forensic training and earned a unique kinship with LA’s top CSIs, fingerprint specialists, DNA scientists and detectives.

To share her love of forensics with the writing world, she authored the top selling non-fiction authoritative book, Forensic Speak, used by not only by show-runners and writers, but also crime investigators and law enforcement.

She created an Amazon top-selling mystery novel series, The Coroner’s Daughter. The first book in the series, The Coroner, released in 2018. The second in the series, Secret Remains, released January 2020. She is developing the series for TV with Liftetime.

She wrote the theatrically released film and novel, God Bless the Broken Road (2018) on Netflix. Also she adapted a popular YA novel to script and sold a children’s show.

As a forensic consultant, she is frequently asked to consult with TV writers on shows such as: Bull, Conviction, Hawaii Five-O, Leverage, Suits and Rectify. She teaches screenwriting and mentors aspiring writers.

Jennifer is a member of the Writers’ Guild of America, Sisters in Crime, Mystery Writers of America and FBI Citizen’s Academy Alumni.

And she has a great sense of gallows humor.

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DARLENE SMITH

A book I didn't know I needed till I got it!

Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on May 12, 2019

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I've had the privilege to take several classes from Jennifer Dornbush on forensic science. She has been a significant asset to my writing. Her book, " Forensic Speak, is like having her with me when I write. Any question you could have on forensic science is answered in this book. She has made forensic science easy to learn, accessible and fun! This book is a must for any crime writer and would make a GREAT gift for those hardcore crime drama viewers. Forensic Speak would help them decode the forensic terms used in their favorite crime dramas like Dexter, CSI, Rizzoli & Isles, Quincy etc... This book would make them feel as if they were a part of the investigative team. It just may inspire them to become a crime writer and one day have their very own Television Crime Drama!

Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on January 16, 2013

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What an excellent book from an excellent author. Jennifer takes the quote "Death comes to the aid of life" to a new level with the explanations of how death is investigated. Without the help of all of the "aids" shown in this book, the screen-writer or crime writer might not be able to accurately portray or describe the scenes of death and destruction that he/she would like to show in their story. Therefore, this will be an invaluable book for the research needed to accurately and succinctly put together stories and TV shows related to crime. For the writer who needs to know the most accurate information on death investigation for the story they are writing, look no further than FORENSIC SPEAK. All of the research has already been done for you. So, enjoy the book and congratulate the author who has done a "bang up" job. Great work Jennifer!

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Michael Jones

The book of forensics for screenwriters and those interested in this line of work!

Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on June 7, 2018

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As a screenwriter you are always on the hunt for authenticity. Jennifer Dornbush’s book was a excellent resource for my script and also a very intriguing read! Taking you through the basics of forensic investigation, the terms and the use of them in current films and TV as well as in real life! The insights I gained were the key to unlocking a whole new world for my script and also enhanced my enjoyment of other forensic-based media! Great job and a book well worth the price!

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Shai

A writer's go to resource

Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on November 5, 2017

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Forensic Speak is a suspense writer’s Go To book. It’s filled with not only pertinent information but a great way to brainstorm new ideas. Ms. Dornbush provides her brilliance combined with the talents of a great writer. The best investment I’ve made to my library this year. I recommend it to all crime, suspense, and mystery writers.

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LHart

An amazing resource for crime writers

Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on August 31, 2016

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An amazing resource for crime writers! Jennifer Dornbush gives us easy access to the language and methodology of forensic investigations and uses personal stories and humor to make the subject matter more engaging. A must-read for any writer who wants their scripts and novels to ring true.

I also recommend Jennifer's online class, "Forensic Fundamentals & New Trends: Creating Authentic Crime Scenes."

Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on June 6, 2016

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This was well researched and methodical with just enough humor and application to keep it moving and fun. Jennifer's growing up years were extraordinary and certainly laid impetus for a career in both writing and screenplay. I look forward to more!

Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on May 3, 2013

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Such an amazing tool for writers of all genres - the Kindle edition is especially useful, since it becomes easily searchable and is, of course, portable. I'm so grateful that Ms. Dornbush took the initiative to provide writers with information that is otherwise not readily or reliably available, even in this age of the internet. It's become an invaluable tool for me as a writer.

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Mollie S.

A must-read for any crime writer!

Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on March 23, 2013

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This book has a plethora of useful information. It's a great read with the author's personal stories throughout. Also a wonderful resource to be used for reference in a TV writers room or in just to have on your shelf as you're writing a pilot, feature, or novel. Cannot recommend this book enough!

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Great!

Reviewed in the United Kingdom 🇬🇧 on November 9, 2016

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Now this was a fun/interesting book! I devour crime shows and have picked up a few things, but this book puts it into order and tells you the most important things. As a crime writer, it is good for both ideas and as first stop research. It's easily written and not cluttered. Loved this one!

Charles Michaud

A must for your library.

Reviewed in Canada 🇨🇦 on October 6, 2017

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As a budding writer, I found "Forensic Speak: How to Write Realistic Crime Drama" by Jennifer Dornbush an essential tool for writing down-to-earth realistic murder mysteries. She goes through the forensic lingo, where you see it, and how to apply it. This book also offers tons of resources.

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