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The History of the Orient Express

The History of the Orient Express

The iconic train line was changed forever by Agatha Christie's iconic mystery.

By Sulari Gentill | August 19, 2025

All Tied Up with a Bow: Sulari Gentill On Endings

All Tied Up with a Bow: Sulari Gentill On Endings

"For a mystery novel the answer is simple—the mystery must be solved. But what exactly does that entail?"

By Sulari Gentill | June 7, 2022

Every Mystery Writer Knows, You Can Kill Anyone <br>But The Dog

Every Mystery Writer Knows, You Can Kill Anyone
But The Dog

Sulari Gentill on crime fiction's most unbreakable rule

By Sulari Gentill | January 12, 2021

Crime Fiction Trains Us for Crisis

Crime Fiction Trains Us for Crisis

"Through crime fiction, we have faced all manner of peril, defended the unjustly accused, protected intended victims."

By Sulari Gentill | July 2, 2020

Honestly, Writing a Recurring Character is a Lot Like Having an Imaginary Friend

Honestly, Writing a Recurring Character is a Lot Like Having an Imaginary Friend

You don't have to stop inventing wonderful individuals just because you're an adult.

By Sulari Gentill | April 7, 2020

Reviving the Traditional Mystery for a 21st Century Audience

Reviving the Traditional Mystery for a 21st Century Audience

Traditional mysteries used to be all about restoring the status quo. Now, they're just about good people, striving.

By Sulari Gentill | January 8, 2020

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