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Have you ever read a crime thriller and thought "that would never happen in real life"? The gap between fiction and reality can make or break a story's credibility…and since our focus is on building authentic personal brands, we were eager to bring you our special guest in this episode. Patrick O'Donnell is a retired Milwaukee police sergeant with 25 years on the street. He’s the Founder of Cops & Writers, and the author of ten books, including the upcoming thriller "The Good Collar." O'Donnell bridges the world between badge-wearing reality and page-turning fiction, helping creators craft stories that keep readers hooked while staying true to authentic police work.
Episode Highlights:
02:03 Patrick O’Donnell's Journey from Cop to Author
03:11 Challenges and Successes in Writing
08:15 Common Mistakes in Crime Writing
14:16 Embracing Technology in Writing
16:14 The Importance of Quality Input for AI
17:28 Unbelievable Moments from Patrick’s Police Career
25:53 How to Connect with Patrick O’Donnell
Show Links:
Website: https://copsandwriters.com/Email: sarg@copsandwriters.comWall Street Journal ArticlePatrick O’Donnell’s new book
