The Expatriates: Spy Fiction’s Hapless Unfortunates

The Expatriates: Spy Fiction’s Hapless Unfortunates

An exploration of an archetype constantly being drawn into greater geopolitical maneuverings.

By John Lawton | April 18, 2023

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 | April 17, 2023

Crime and the City: Lhasa

Crime and the City: Lhasa

High in the mountains, a holy city, with a long tradition of mysteries and thrillers.

By Paul French | April 17, 2023

Seeking Crime Fiction Inspiration From <em>The Odyssey</em>

Seeking Crime Fiction Inspiration From The Odyssey

Or, a look at 5 works that mix elements of genre fiction with details from The Odyssey

By Andrew Welsh-Huggins | April 17, 2023

Mysteries for Romance Fans

Mysteries for Romance Fans

These series are sure to satisfy your craving for a spring fling.

By Mary Winters | April 17, 2023

5 Deliciously Dark Novels that Explore the Sinister Side of Marriage

5 Deliciously Dark Novels that Explore the Sinister Side of Marriage

Or, a list of novels featuring "disturbing and toxic relationships between husbands and wives, domesticity infused with lies, betrayal and murder..."

By Azma Dar | April 14, 2023

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Eight Weeks of Art Horror That Will Make You a Better Storyteller

Eight Weeks of Art Horror That Will Make You a Better Storyteller

Meagan Jennett lays out a cycle of horror films and texts

By Meagan Jennett | April 11, 2023

10 New Books Coming Out This Week

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

By CrimeReads | April 10, 2023

Future Shock: 8 Crime Novels that Blur the Lines Into SciFi

Future Shock: 8 Crime Novels that Blur the Lines Into SciFi

"[S]trange new worlds, bizarre customs, and brain-altering devices"—and the same old crimes.

By Thomas Mullen | April 10, 2023

A Reading List of Multi-Generational Mischief

A Reading List of Multi-Generational Mischief

7 crime novels that use "different ages as a kind of framing device"

By Rebecca Keller | April 10, 2023

The Case for More Bloodthirsty Women in Literature

The Case for More Bloodthirsty Women in Literature

Horror has found a new final girl, but this time, she’s the one you need to fear.

By Suzanne Young | April 7, 2023

Mysteries and Thrillers That Juxtapose Violence Against Idyllic Settings

Mysteries and Thrillers That Juxtapose Violence Against Idyllic Settings

"Death feels somehow crueler when it’s preceded by beauty"

By Ella Berman | April 7, 2023

When the Setting Is as Creepy as the Story Itself

When the Setting Is as Creepy as the Story Itself

Psychological thrillers full of atmosphere, dread, and poignant settings.

By Sally Hepworth | April 6, 2023

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