Wole Talabi on the intersection of first contact stories and mysteries

Wole Talabi on the intersection of first contact stories and mysteries

The author of The Fist of Memoryexplores what alien stories, sci-fi, and and crime tales share

By Wole Talabi | November 4, 2026

Bobcats,

Bobcats, "Twin Peaks," deer: What influenced Gabrielle Lucille Fuentes' new novel

A list of what led to Clear Water, inspired by Adrienne Kennedy's memoir

By Gabrielle Lucille Fuentes | November 4, 2026

The Best True Crime of the Month: <br>November 2026

The Best True Crime of the Month:
November 2026

Parisian murders, wilderness rescues, coroners' secrets, government cover-ups, death-row nuns, and plenty of local histories

By CrimeReads | November 4, 2026

How Alain Delon Got Caught Up in a Murder Investigation at the Height of His Fame

How Alain Delon Got Caught Up in a Murder Investigation at the Height of His Fame

Excerpted from the new book, 'Murder in Paris '68'

By Edward Chisholm | November 3, 2026

Karin Slaughter on Mo Hayder, thrillers by women, and the legacy of

Karin Slaughter on Mo Hayder, thrillers by women, and the legacy of "Gone"

From Slaughter's new introduction to a pivotal crime classic

By Karin Slaughter | November 3, 2026

The best crime novels, mysteries, and thrillers of the month: November 2026

The best crime novels, mysteries, and thrillers of the month: November 2026

Featuring new titles from Donna Freitas, Ian Rankin, Brendan Flaherty, and more, plus the final Alan Bradley mystery

By Molly Odintz | November 3, 2026

Best Reviewed
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  • Stations
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James Patterson on dictators, historical fiction, and writing a world war II thriller

By John B. Valeri | November 3, 2026

Anna Rasche on the Hope diamond and the trope of cursed jewels in literature

By Anna Rasche | November 3, 2026

Three Italian Heist Films You Need to See

By Olivia Rutigliano | November 2, 2026

10 New Books Coming Out This Week

10 New Books Coming Out This Week

New offerings from the world of crime, mystery, and thrillers.

By CrimeReads | November 2, 2026

A Roundtable Discussion on Genre Mashups and Shared Worlds

A Roundtable Discussion on Genre Mashups and Shared Worlds

Authors from a new cross-genre anthology discuss balance, expectations, and shared realities

By Richie Narvaez | November 2, 2026

Debra Webb and Allison Brennan on villains, suspense, and writing standalone thrillers

Debra Webb and Allison Brennan on villains, suspense, and writing standalone thrillers

The author of The Woman I've Become chats with the writer behind Whisper Creek

By Debra Webb and Allison Brennan | November 2, 2026

Suspenseful not-exactly-horror movies to watch, this Halloween

Suspenseful not-exactly-horror movies to watch, this Halloween

For the scaredy cats who can handle a little bit of blood

By Olivia Rutigliano | October 30, 2026

A Writer’s Night at America’s Most Haunted Hotel

A Writer’s Night at America’s Most Haunted Hotel

"I got back into bed, turned off the light, and lay there, mind racing, acutely aware of every shadow and sound."

By Michel Stone | October 30, 2026

Remembering Mark Pryor, beloved crime novelist and iconic Austinite

Remembering Mark Pryor, beloved crime novelist and iconic Austinite

"Everyone was welcome in his world"

By Scott Montgomery | October 30, 2026

Nika Grace on finding remains in deserts and writing a serial killer novel

Nika Grace on finding remains in deserts and writing a serial killer novel

The author of Serial Killer Wanted unearths fingers, guns, and more on sandy treks

By Nika Grace | October 30, 2026

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