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The sex offender is the most reviled and hated criminal in America. The media, policymakers, and advocacy groups thrive on society’s fear, creating a moral panic that boosts TV ratings, keeps dollars flowing, and people in positions of power.
But public panic over the sex offender is greatly overblown. What if, instead of protecting the public, our laws are really intended to force sex offenders into committing new crimes? What if we have created a new caste of citizens we want to see punished and never redeemed? For hundreds of thousands of Americans, these are not hypothetical questions. Meet our country’s Third Class Citizens, those who strive for acceptance and ask for forgiveness.

In Third Class Citizen: Living Under the Adam Walsh Act, prison expert JD MacBean explores the myths surrounding sex offenders in America in this comprehensive look at our society’s most hated men and women before, during, and after prison.

A prisoner’s greatest concern is becoming institutionalized, or “prisonized,” a psychological condition which prevents prisoners from successful reintegration into society. In Beating the Code Dilemma, Book Two in the Finding Purpose Series, prison expert J.D. MacBean combines research into prison society with concepts from sociology to explain the origin of the Prison Code, the informal set of rules all prisoners must follow. But upon release, the Prison Code leads to serious, negative mental health consequences for men and women, such as Infantilism and Complex PTSD. These conditions often lead to substance abuse, arrest, recidivism or suicide. Beating the Code Dilemma provides every prisoner strategies on how to overcome prisonization, prevent PTSD and emerge a better person.

Offering profiles of over 200 federal Bureau of Prisons facilities and private correctional centers nationwide, The Federal Prison Directory provides both new and current prisoners, as well as their families, comprehensive information to make prison life easier to bear. 2rd Edition, updated 2024.

Part self-help book, part study in the psychological effects of long term incarceration, FINDING PURPOSE explains, in simple language, how to maintain strong mental health, improve relationships with family and friends, and develop a positive outlook for the future. From learning how to use your TSR, to finding your passion, to setting goals and living your purpose, FINDING PURPOSE ultimately teaches prisoners how to do their time, instead of letting their time do them.

A First Timer’s Guide to Surviving Federal Prison provides extensive information to help new prisoners adapt to a life incarcerated.The Second Edition features:•A Day in the Life – Know what to expect from sentencing to your first day in federal prison•An Explanation of BOP Programs – Understand the pro’s and con’s of federal rehabilitation options•A Summary of BOP Medical, Dental, and Psychological care services•Tips to ease a prisoner’s transition to prison•A glossary of prison terms and slang, sample commissary sheets and other important information.

An arrest and criminal prosecution can emotionally devastate a family. Finding out someone you loved and believed in was secretly committing a crime destroys trust and tests the strengths of the relationship between the criminal and his/her family and friends.
After more than 15 years of studying the federal prison system and talking to imprisoned men, JD MacBean explains Eight Things a Prisoner’s Family Can Do Wrong and advises Five Ways to Prevent Doing Them.
Full of valuable insights, Eight Things is a must-read for anyone who is incarcerated or facing incarceration and for their family and loved ones.

Livin’ the Dream: A Daily Journal for Prisoners provides incarcerated men and women with a daily journal customized to their needs. The journal features 180 pages to record thoughts, feelings, big events, doodle, or track their prison journey. With a daily mood tracker included, prisoners can reflect, find gratitude, and express themselves honestly and privately.

A Daily Journal for Prisoners is part of the Livin’ the Dream Series. A group of journals, planners, and trackers specifically written and adapted for life behind bars.

Livin’ the Dream: A Day Planner for Prisoners offers all the features of a traditional day planner tailored specifically for incarcerated individuals. This planner aids prisoners in organizing their rehabilitation journey and daily activities. It contains specialized sections ideal for federal inmates, including a Prison Workout Tracker, Unit Team Meeting Notes, and a First Step Act Programming Tracker. The planner features:

• Goal Setting Guide
• Important Dates
• Month at a Glance (12 months)
• Weekly Planner (52 weeks)
• Unit Team Meeting Notes
• First Step Act Program Tracking
• Release Planning Guide
• Inmate Request Log
• Medical Appointment Tracker
• Prison Workout Log
• Books Read List
• Telephone Directory

Designed with the unique needs of prisoners in mind, this planner is an essential tool for managing time and personal development behind bars.

An arrest and criminal prosecution can emotionally devastate a family. Finding out someone you loved and believed in was secretly committing a crime destroys trust and tests the strengths of the relationship between the criminal and his/her family and friends.
After more than 15 years of studying the federal prison system and talking to imprisoned men, JD MacBean explains Eight Things a Prisoner’s Family Can Do Wrong and advises Five Ways to Prevent Doing Them.
Full of valuable insights, Eight Things is a must-read for anyone who is incarcerated or facing incarceration and for their family and loved ones.