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Stephen Spotswood On "Queering the Narrative of the Golden Age of America"

To write crime fiction about gay life in the 1950 is to write noir. But celebrating love is just as essential.

By Stephen Spotswood | December 5, 2023

Why Do I Think About Murder So Much?

Why Do I Think About Murder So Much?

Stephen Spotswood digs in to the whys of consuming murder mysteries and true crime...

By Stephen Spotswood | December 13, 2022

10 Classic Radio Mysteries Every Crime Fiction Lover Should Know

10 Classic Radio Mysteries Every Crime Fiction Lover Should Know

They were one of the world's most popular entertainments and helped define mystery for generations. They're still around.

By Stephen Spotswood | October 27, 2020

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