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The State of the Crime Novel, Part 2: A Roundtable Discussion with the Edgar Nominees

The State of the Crime Novel, Part 2: A Roundtable Discussion with the Edgar Nominees

Crime writers discuss craft, classics, and the best writing advice they ever received.

By Molly Odintz | April 27, 2023

The State of the Crime Novel, Part 1: A Roundtable Discussion with the Edgar Nominees

The State of the Crime Novel, Part 1: A Roundtable Discussion with the Edgar Nominees

Crime writers reflect on genre, purpose, community, and the growing problem of book bans.

By Molly Odintz | April 26, 2023

Dennis Lehane on Boston, Busing, and the Summer of '74

Dennis Lehane on Boston, Busing, and the Summer of '74

In his new novel, Lehane reckons with the city's trauma.

By Dwyer Murphy | April 25, 2023

Kyle Decker and Daniel Weizmann Talk Music and Mystery

Kyle Decker and Daniel Weizmann Talk Music and Mystery

Or, why a punk rock ethos is perfect for noir fiction.

By Kyle Decker and Daniel Weizmann | April 25, 2023

Jonathan Rosen on Mental Illness, Murder, and a Life-Altering Friendship

Jonathan Rosen on Mental Illness, Murder, and a Life-Altering Friendship

How the author revisited his friendship with Michael Laudor.

By Kevin Canfield | April 19, 2023

C. S. Harris Considers the Art of Historical Fiction

C. S. Harris Considers the Art of Historical Fiction

It's got to be accurate. But it also needs to be "tightly plotted and fast paced."

By Molly Odintz | April 18, 2023

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Don Winslow on the Aeneid, Hollywood, and Reaching the End of His Career as a Novelist

By Dwyer Murphy | April 18, 2023

The Backlist: Revisiting Ruth Rendell's 'Kissing the Gunner's Daughter' with Kate White

By Polly Stewart | April 12, 2023

Mystery, Magic and Misdirection: Illusionists in Crime Fiction

By Elizabeth Held | April 11, 2023

Graphic Content: Entering the World of 'Never Sleep' with writer Fred van Lente

Graphic Content: Entering the World of 'Never Sleep' with writer Fred van Lente

The trailblazing women of the Pinkerton Agency take center stage in this historical novel about a plot to assassinate Lincoln.

By Alex Segura | April 6, 2023

Jacqueline Winspear Considers the Art of Historical Fiction

Jacqueline Winspear Considers the Art of Historical Fiction

"I’m interested in how ordinary people have endured in extraordinary times, especially a time of war..."

By Molly Odintz | April 5, 2023

Rhys Bowen on Historical Fiction and Memorable Heroines

Rhys Bowen on Historical Fiction and Memorable Heroines

"Every story has to be fresh and new. If I am enjoying myself, then the reader will too."

By Molly Odintz | March 29, 2023

Alex Mar and Sarah Weinman Discuss True Crime and Criminal Justice Storytelling

Alex Mar and Sarah Weinman Discuss True Crime and Criminal Justice Storytelling

A wide-ranging conversation about writing responsible and captivating nonfiction crime.

By Alex Mar | March 28, 2023

Graphic Content: Talking Comics, Crime, and Craft with Benjamin Percy

Graphic Content: Talking Comics, Crime, and Craft with Benjamin Percy

The bestselling author makes his first foray into crime fiction.

By Alex Segura | March 28, 2023

Elissa Sloan and Jennifer Banash On Celebrity, Myth, and Fiction

Elissa Sloan and Jennifer Banash On Celebrity, Myth, and Fiction

The authors of two new books on fame and its discontents talk 21st century culture.

By Elissa Sloan and Jennifer Banash | March 20, 2023

Anna Biller on Bluebeard, The Love Witch, and Her Suspenseful New Novel

Anna Biller on Bluebeard, The Love Witch, and Her Suspenseful New Novel

Read an interview with the director and see an exclusive reveal of the cover of Bluebeard's Castle

By CrimeReads | March 20, 2023

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