Welcome to Exposure: The Ryland Files

Where the truth is exposed—one story at a time.

Led by investigative journalist Will Ryland, this platform explores the dark corners of crime and corruption, delivering gritty, immersive stories about street gangs, drug syndicates, and powerful crime families like the Marcuccio mafia. Each report peels back the layers of deception that shape our world—from the bloody alleys of South Philly to the boardrooms where power is brokered in silence.

But here’s the twist…

Will Ryland is fictional.
He’s a character born inside the Code Series, a crime fiction saga written by Mike Dickson. These posts aren’t traditional news—they’re part of an immersive storytelling experience that blends investigative journalism with noir fiction, giving readers a front-row seat to the events unfolding between the pages of the novels.

If you enjoy investigative-style storytelling, true crime vibes, and complex criminal worlds that feel real enough to breathe—this is your new favorite rabbit hole.

Why subscribe?

This isn't just a newsletter. It’s your access point to a much larger world—one filled with crime families, corruption, and buried secrets.

Exposure: The Ryland Files is the fictional investigative blog of journalist Will Ryland, whose reports connect directly to the events and characters in the Code Series—a gritty crime fiction saga by Mike Dickson.

What You’ll Get

By subscribing, you’ll:

  • Follow Will’s serialized investigations as they unfold in real time

  • Get a deeper look into the Marcuccio crime family, their enemies, and the crimes behind the headlines

  • Stay connected to updates on new releases, behind-the-scenes content, and bonus material

It’s all free—and it’s designed to enhance your experience with the novels, not replace them.

If you’re just getting started, begin with the first book, Criminal Code.

And for exclusive extras, deleted scenes, bonus PDFs, and character files, join the official email list at MikeDickson.co.

Explore more and stay connected to the truth at MikeDickson.co or check out the novels that inspired this platform on Amazon.

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