Ann Rule

Ann Rule (1931-2015) was an American true crime author and former police officer. Born in Michigan, Rule began her career as a police officer in the Seattle Police Department. She later became a writer, publishing her first true crime book, "The Stranger Beside Me," in 1980. The book, which detailed her friendship with serial killer Ted Bundy, became a bestseller and launched Rule's successful writing career. Rule wrote over 30 books, many of which focused on crimes committed by people she knew personally. Her books were praised for their gripping narratives and insight into the minds of criminals. Rule received numerous awards for her work, including the Edgar Award for Best Fact Crime in 1981 and the Golden Scroll Award for True Crime Writing in 1990. Her books have been translated into over 20 languages and have sold millions of copies worldwide.