Just the facts, ma'am : a writer's guide to investigators and investigation techniques /

Whether your story involves snooping on a wayward husband or conducting corporate espionage, this guide will help you get the facts straight. You'll learn everything you need to know about all types of public and private investigators - such as background, skills and credentials. Drawing on 20...

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Main Author: Fallis, Greg
Format: Book
Language:English
Published: Cincinnati, Ohio : Writer's Digest Books, c1998.
Edition:1st ed.
Series:Howdunit series
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