• Essays

    Tracing the Hidden History of Secret Paris

    From medieval alchemists to 19th century illusionists, uncovering the mysteries of the past in the City of Light.

    May 31, 2021  By Gilles Legardinier
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    On DNA and Crime Fiction

    Modern genetic testing can reunite families, uncover secrets, diagnose diseases, catch real-life criminals—and, of course, provide endless plot ideas for fiction.

    May 31, 2021  By David Housewright
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    We’re Drawn To Mysteries in Fiction Because Life Itself Is a Mystery

    On learning about life through fictional mysteries.

    May 28, 2021  By Jess Dylan
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    Gothic Tea: A Dark History of Tea in Fiction and Real Life

    "The true tale of this botanical beverage is a dark and twisted chronicle..."

    May 28, 2021  By Debra Bokur
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    On Sensationalism, Mormon Fiction, and The Murderous Mormons of Popular Culture

    In mainstream culture, depictions of Mormon villains abound. In fiction written by and for other Mormons, the Mormons are never the bad guys. Mette Ivie Harrison searches for the in-between.

    May 27, 2021  By Mette Ivie Harrison
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    Fiction is Full of Blameless Victims, But What About Those Who Deserve Both Empathy and Reprimand?

    "It is so common for the hurt to hurt others, and yet we spend very few reading experiences within the minds of ‘villains’."

    May 27, 2021  By Nancy Tucker
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    On Accountability, Artistry, and The Hard Work of Becoming Better People

    There is no one-size-fits-all response to the morality of art and its creators. But we need to evaluate not just the art but the artist (and vice versa).

    May 26, 2021  By David Yoon
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    How One Author Found Her Love of Thrillers, Lost It, Then Found It Again

    When her best friend was killed, Hannah Mary McKinnon put thrillers away. But discovering these new authors brought her back.

    May 26, 2021  By Hannah Mary McKinnon
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    John Steinbeck wrote a werewolf murder mystery, but you can't read it.

    Yes, you read that right. No, this is not a prank.

    May 24, 2021  By Vanessa Willoughby
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    The Power of Process: Getting to Know Characters by Watching Them Work

    On the biggest difference between 'Breaking Bad' and 'Ozark', and why portraying work is such a powerful tool.

    May 24, 2021  By Christian Cantrell
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