A largely hidden story of power, wealth, and allegations of attempts to re-write history in the pursuit of a vast inheritance, linked to Jane Austen's own family.

Contains extracts from Ray Wyre's revealing interviews with child serial-killer Robert Black. Analyses Black's murders of children, including Susan Maxwell, Caroline Hogg and Sarah Harper as well as his implied confession to the murder of Genette Tate. A new edition of an iconic work out of print for a decade.

Provides an examination of 'Who Are the Lifers?' (including a UK/USA comparison). This book covers topics such as: 'The Structure of a Life Sentence', 'The Psychology of the Murderer', 'Containment and Treatment', 'Discretionary Lifer Panels' and a range of ethical and human rights issues.

A rare insight and celebration of the magistracy, Our Magistracy sets out its core role and values and identifies mistakes by politicians, administrators, bureaucrats and others. By a former chairman of the Magistrates Association of England and Wales.

A unique collection of research papers which focus on improving the quality of maternal-infant interaction and child developmental outcomes among high-risk populations. Demonstrates the efficacy and importance of related interventions.

Recovery Stories is a collection of first-hand accounts by people in recovery from drug and alcohol addiction. Invaluable for those looking to find new, addiction-free ways to live, it contains insights into the lives of real people who hit 'rock bottom' but came back again.

Why do serial killers gravitate towards certain kinds of occupation? Jobs with minimum oversight or ties, the opportunity to leave the radar and that bring them into proximity with potential victims and whilst hiding in plain sight. Why also do they target certain types of victim?