Beyond Fiction: John Grisham’s Real-Life Fight for the Wrongfully Convicted

From courtroom drama to real-life injustice. John Grisham fights for the wrongfully convicted in his newest non-fiction book, Framed: Astonishing True Stories of Wrongful Convictions.

John Grisham has written so many books that you could fill an entire library section with his work. But interestingly, only two of his titles venture into the realm of non-fiction. And guess what? Both books are laser-focused on the pursuit of justice for wrongfully convicted individuals.

In his first non-fiction book, The Innocent Man, Grisham dives deep into the story of “small-town justice gone terribly awry.” It centers around Ron Williamson, a former professional baseball player who was accused of the rape and murder of Debra Sue Carter. With no physical evidence and shaky reasoning, Williamson was sent to death row. This story exposes the terrifying consequences of getting it wrong in the justice system.

Fast forward to today, and Grisham’s back at it again. His most recent non-fiction release, Framed: Astonishing True Stories of Wrongful Convictions, co-written with Jim McCloskey, unpacks ten short stories highlighting how easily—and tragically—the wrong person can end up behind bars. It’s a sobering reminder that not everything in the justice system works as it should.

CBS Sunday Morning interview

Grisham recently sat down with CBS Sunday Morning to discuss the real-life impact these wrongful convictions have had on people’s lives. It’s a conversation you won’t want to miss. Watch it now!

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