The Best, Creepiest Old Houses in Fiction

The Best, Creepiest Old Houses in Fiction

Locked doors, secret passages, decrepit roofs, weird families, and so, so much more.

By M.E. Hilliard | February 15, 2023

The Enduring Appeal of the Country House Murder

The Enduring Appeal of the Country House Murder

M.E. Hilliard on the many possibilities for malice on offer at your typical country manor, and why we love them all.

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Why Librarians Are Natural Born Detectives

Why Librarians Are Natural Born Detectives

Whether you're looking for information about an uncle's will or a homemade poison, the reference desk is the place to go.

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