Quo Vadis, Indian Noir?

Quo Vadis, Indian Noir?

RV Raman on the past, present, and future of crime fiction in India

By RV Raman | July 28, 2023

The Backlist: Revisiting Chris Pavone's 'The Expats' with Danielle Trussoni

The Backlist: Revisiting Chris Pavone's 'The Expats' with Danielle Trussoni

Polly Stewart is in discussion with today's top crime writers, returning to some of their favorite books.

By Polly Stewart | July 26, 2023

On Writing A Nuanced Take on Mental Illness

On Writing A Nuanced Take on Mental Illness

Jessica Ward considers the serious task of crafting a character with bipolar disorder.

By Jessica Ward | July 26, 2023

Shop Talk: Kelly J. Ford Absolutely Can Wait for the Muse

Shop Talk: Kelly J. Ford Absolutely Can Wait for the Muse

Crime writers discuss Arkansas, outlines, rock walls, and not getting bogged down in the idea of writing every day.

By Eli Cranor | July 25, 2023

Amy Engel On Eschewing Judgement for Moral Complexity and Context

Amy Engel On Eschewing Judgement for Moral Complexity and Context

"During my years as a defense attorney, I never represented a single person whom I thought was beyond hope."

By Amy Engel | July 25, 2023

A Constellation of Noir Influences

A Constellation of Noir Influences

Irish novelist Colin Walsh looks back at the film and TV experiences that helped shape his new novel.

By Colin Walsh | July 25, 2023

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When Writers Fall in Love

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Colson Whitehead on Blaxploitation Cinema, Sidney Lumet's New York, and His Own Harlem Trilogy

Colson Whitehead on Blaxploitation Cinema, Sidney Lumet's New York, and His Own Harlem Trilogy

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How Layers of History Add a Rich Flavor to Contemporary Mysteries

How Layers of History Add a Rich Flavor to Contemporary Mysteries

Celebrating "the secrets old walls hide"

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On Asylums, Mental Illness, and Controlling Women's Emotions

On Asylums, Mental Illness, and Controlling Women's Emotions

Jennifer Cody Epstein on an infamous 19th century asylum and its exploitative director.

By Jennifer Cody Epstein | July 19, 2023

Masculinity, Queerness, and Hope in Crime Fiction

Masculinity, Queerness, and Hope in Crime Fiction

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I'd Rather Commit A Murder Than Write One

I'd Rather Commit A Murder Than Write One

Liz Nugent on hating writing, and loving having written.

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