The Best Noir Fiction of 2023

The Best Noir Fiction of 2023

The best, strangest, and darkest novels from authors including Lou Berney, S.A. Cosby, Margot Douaihy, and more.

By CrimeReads | December 18, 2023

Crafting Creepy Crime Fiction in the Danish Countryside

Crafting Creepy Crime Fiction in the Danish Countryside

Sara Blaedel and Mads Peder Nordbo on a writing partnership honed in rural Scandinavia.

By Sara Blaedel and Mads Peder Nordbo | December 18, 2023

Travel Thrillers That Will Make You Reconsider Your Vacation Plans

Travel Thrillers That Will Make You Reconsider Your Vacation Plans

7 novels that effortlessly blend travel and crime

By John Marrs | December 18, 2023

The Best International Crime Novels of 2023

The Best International Crime Novels of 2023

The best fiction in translation to grace our shelves this year.

By Molly Odintz | December 15, 2023

<em>Ferrari</em> Performs an Opera of Capitalism and Comes Up Loud

Ferrari Performs an Opera of Capitalism and Comes Up Loud

Frank Falisi on Michael Mann's new film

By Frank Falisi | December 15, 2023

Delusions of Grandeur: The Scandalous Crime of a Los Angeles Millionaire

Delusions of Grandeur: The Scandalous Crime of a Los Angeles Millionaire

The bizarre, bloody story behind L.A.'s Griffith Park

By Dean Jobb | December 15, 2023

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The Discovery of 'Wind Sprints,' the Lost Ralph Dennis Novel

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By Cleo Coyle | December 14, 2023

The Best Espionage Novels of 2023

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The Seeds of a Pharmaceutical Thriller: A Conversation Between Co-Authors

The Seeds of a Pharmaceutical Thriller: A Conversation Between Co-Authors

Bestselling author Thomas Locke confides to his young co-author about the all-too-real inspiration behind their new pharmaceutical thriller, 'Roulette'.  

By Thomas Locke and Jyoti Guptara | December 14, 2023

What Makes a Novel Unique? On Retellings and Plagiarism

What Makes a Novel Unique? On Retellings and Plagiarism

Jillian Cantor looks at the ways we borrow from others, and contemplates the uncomfortable proximity between stealing and honoring

By Jillian Cantor | December 14, 2023

<em>Mr. Monk's Last Case</em> is a Sweet and Thoughtful Return to the Classic Series

Mr. Monk's Last Case is a Sweet and Thoughtful Return to the Classic Series

Olivia Rutigliano on the new movie, now streaming on Peacock.

By Olivia Rutigliano | December 13, 2023

Remembering Tim Dorsey and His Wild Florida Stories

Remembering Tim Dorsey and His Wild Florida Stories

Craig Pittman pays tribute to the bard of noir in the Sunshine State.

By Craig Pittman | December 13, 2023

The 15 Best Psychological Thrillers of 2023

The 15 Best Psychological Thrillers of 2023

These novels explore the innermost workings of the human mind while demonstrating the power of the genre to consistently surprise.

By Molly Odintz | December 13, 2023

My First Thriller: Patricia Cornwell

My First Thriller: Patricia Cornwell

When the international bestselling author's first review came in, it was from her hometown paper, and it wasn't good...

By Rick Pullen | December 13, 2023

The Best Young Adult Mysteries, Thrillers, and Horror Novels of 2023

The Best Young Adult Mysteries, Thrillers, and Horror Novels of 2023

Locked-room escapades, heavy-hitting social justice noirs, and plenty of high-concept horror

By Molly Odintz | December 12, 2023

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