The Rare Entertainments of E.C.R. Lorac's <em>Death of an Author</em>

The Rare Entertainments of E.C.R. Lorac's Death of an Author

Appreciating an unusual standalone from a Golden Age writer better known for her series

By Martin Edwards | May 1, 2024

The Exploits and Exploitation of Indian Street Magic, Jadoo

The Exploits and Exploitation of Indian Street Magic, Jadoo

Harini Nagendra on the tradition of Jadoo and its complex relationship with Western magic

By Harini Nagendra | May 1, 2024

The Search for George Mallory

The Search for George Mallory

In 1999, the remains of the great Everest explorer were discovered. But the mystery around Mallory and his legacy endures.

By Mick Conefrey | May 1, 2024

The State of the Crime Novel, Part 1: Writing Life

The State of the Crime Novel, Part 1: Writing Life

"You can always edit crap. You can’t edit nothing."

By Molly Odintz | April 30, 2024

Crime Novels with a Sense of Place and Manners

Crime Novels with a Sense of Place and Manners

Peter Nichols on crime stories that could only be set in one place, among one set of people.

By Peter Nichols | April 30, 2024

Mark Woodworth: How a Missouri Teenager Ended up in Prison for a Shocking Murder in a Small Town

Mark Woodworth: How a Missouri Teenager Ended up in Prison for a Shocking Murder in a Small Town

And why one attorney believed he was innocent.

By Sean Patrick Cooper | April 30, 2024

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The Three Types of Detective Duos You Find in Historical Mysteries

The Three Types of Detective Duos You Find in Historical Mysteries

And where do your cats fits in all this?

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On the Invention of M. Dupin

On the Invention of M. Dupin

A transcript from Olivia Rutigliano's talk on Poe and detective fiction at New York University Law School's Poe Room Event

By Olivia Rutigliano | April 26, 2024

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The Best Reviewed Books of the Month: April 2024

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The Five Best Novels About Hauntings

The Five Best Novels About Hauntings

Jen Williams on troubled places, troubled people, and excellent fiction.

By Jen Williams | April 26, 2024

G'day, From An Apparently Terrifying Continent

G'day, From An Apparently Terrifying Continent

Author Michelle Prak investigates what makes Australia such perfect terrain for thrillers.

By Michelle Prak | April 26, 2024

“God Bless All of You, God Bless America, and God Bless ‘Big Fat Liar’”

“God Bless All of You, God Bless America, and God Bless ‘Big Fat Liar’”

Olivia Rutigliano looks back on a classic of millennial cinema

By Olivia Rutigliano | April 25, 2024

My First Thriller: I.S. Berry

My First Thriller: I.S. Berry

For the former CIA case officer, the publishing journey is still an unfinished book.

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