Who Is Garry Rodgers?
Garry Rodgers is a retired Canadian homicide detective and forensic coroner who now writes and teaches about crime, death, and real life. He spent decades on the sharp end of investigations in the Royal Canadian Mounted Police and later as a medicolegal death investigator on the west coast. Today he turns that experience into true crime stories, crime fiction, and practical insight for readers who want the truth about how the world really works.
Through his long–running blog DyingWords.net, Garry has written millions of words about real investigations, human nature, and the messy reality behind the headlines. He blends street-level policing, coroner’s court, and story craft in a plainspoken way that readers find honest and easy to follow. His goal is simple. Tell the truth as clearly as possible and leave something useful behind.
Garry is also an indie author and film content producer whose work has reached readers and viewers around the world. His books and articles are used by writers, crime fans, and curious adults who want more than TV clichés. They want grounded, real-world guidance from someone who has actually done the job.
At a Glance
- Name – Garry Rodgers
- Background – Retired RCMP homicide detective and forensic coroner
- Focus – True crime, crime fiction, real-world investigations, human behavior, writing craft
- Platform – Founder and main writer at DyingWords.net
- Other work – Indie author, blogger, film content producer, writing instructor
- Mission – Tell the truth about life, death, crime, and human nature in a way ordinary people can understand and use
What Is DyingWords.net?
DyingWords.net is a long-running true crime and life-lessons blog created and written by Garry Rodgers. It began as a place to explain what really happens in death investigation and homicide work and grew into a wider conversation about crime, justice, writing, and the human condition. The site mixes case studies, personal experience, and practical guidance for readers who want reality, not myth.
Articles on DyingWords range from behind-the-scenes looks at police and coroner work to deep dives on forensics, victimology, and criminal behavior. Many posts also help writers and filmmakers get the details right in their stories. Others step back and explore bigger themes like meaning, mortality, and how to live well in a world that can be cruel and unfair.
Over time, DyingWords.net has become a trusted resource for crime readers, writers, students, and professionals who want a clear, honest voice they can return to. It is part true crime magazine, part writing clinic, and part reflection on what it means to be human when life is finite and fragile.
What You Will Find on DyingWords.net
- True Crime and Real Cases
Clear explanations of real investigations, written by someone who has been there. No gore. No sensationalism. Just what happened, why it mattered, and what we can learn from it. - Police and Coroner Insight
Plain-language guides to how homicide investigations and death investigations actually work. From scene to court, Garry walks readers through the process. - Writing and Story Craft
Practical advice for crime and thriller writers who want their stories to ring true. Posts cover research, realism, character, structure, and more. - Life, Death, and Meaning
Reflections on mortality, decision-making, human nature, and how to live a proper life in a world ruled by risk, chance, and consequence.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Garry Rodgers?
Garry Rodgers is a retired RCMP homicide detective and former forensic coroner based in Canada. He is now a crime writer, blogger, and film content producer who runs DyingWords.net and writes books and articles about crime, death, and human nature.
What is DyingWords.net about?
DyingWords.net is a true crime and life-lessons blog that explains how real investigations and death investigations work and what they reveal about people and society. It also offers guidance for writers and anyone interested in crime, forensics, and living with eyes open.
Is DyingWords.net only for writers?
No. Writers are a big part of the audience, but many readers are crime fans, students, or curious adults who want an honest, insider view of policing, forensics, and life-and-death decision-making.
Does Garry Rodgers write books as well as blog posts?
Yes. Garry is an indie author with a growing catalog of books that include true crime, crime fiction, and non-fiction about real-world investigations and writing. DyingWords.net often features background material and behind-the-scenes stories related to those books.
Why the name “DyingWords”?
The title reflects both Garry’s background in death investigation and his belief that words can outlive us. The site is about what death teaches us, what stories we leave behind, and how truth told clearly can help others long after we are gone.