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The Most Anticipated Crime Books Of 2021: Summer Reading Edition

The Most Anticipated Crime Books Of 2021: Summer Reading Edition

80 crime novels, mysteries, thrillers, and nonfiction books to keep you reading all summer long.

By CrimeReads | May 13, 2021

I Owe You My Childishness: An Author's Defense of Escapism, Fun, and Generally Licentious Behavior in Thrillers

I Owe You My Childishness: An Author's Defense of Escapism, Fun, and Generally Licentious Behavior in Thrillers

For Aidan Truhen, now is the time for morally disimproving books.

By Aidan Truhen | May 13, 2021

Lee Child’s Little Gold Book

Lee Child’s Little Gold Book

A new book of collected writings reveals unexpected insights into Child's journey from Birmingham to a golden retirement.

By Heather Martin | May 12, 2021

9 Great Thrillers Featuring Alter Egos

9 Great Thrillers Featuring Alter Egos

Regular Joe by day, murderer by night...

By S.A. Lelchuk | May 12, 2021

A Family of Spies

A Family of Spies

I always knew that my grandfather was a spy. But it wasn't until just before my mother died that I learned she was one too.

By Iona Whishaw | May 11, 2021

A Field Guide to the Long History of Skyjackings

A Field Guide to the Long History of Skyjackings

Plane hijackings have been around since the dawn of aviation. From D.B. Cooper to the PFLP, here's an overview of the different eras of our cultural fascination with airplane-takeovers.

By Julia Sirmons | May 10, 2021

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On Finding The Perfect Audiobook Narrator (Second Time's The Charm)

By Alan Hruska | May 10, 2021

The Crime Books of Mongolia: Murder on the Roof of the World

By Paul French | May 7, 2021

My First Thriller: Harlan Coben

By Rick Pullen | May 6, 2021

Irish Women Are Reinventing the Thriller

Irish Women Are Reinventing the Thriller

Celebrating the New Wave of Irish crime writing

By Michelle Dunne | May 5, 2021

Aidan Truhen and Nick Harkaway Discuss the Morality of Fiction, the Descent of the World, and the Addams Family

Aidan Truhen and Nick Harkaway Discuss the Morality of Fiction, the Descent of the World, and the Addams Family

The authors puzzle out the moral implications of writing about end-of-times and appealing, reprehensible criminals.

By Nick Harkaway | May 4, 2021

A Crime Writer and Taekwondo Instructor's Top 7 Fight Scene Mistakes in Fiction

A Crime Writer and Taekwondo Instructor's Top 7 Fight Scene Mistakes in Fiction

"A good fighter is a strategist...If you’re writing a skilled character, show that strategy."

By Melissa Koslin | May 3, 2021

Peter Lorre and Sydney Greenstreet: Film Noir's Greatest Odd Couple

Peter Lorre and Sydney Greenstreet: Film Noir's Greatest Odd Couple

For two actors, a chance pairing in "The Maltese Falcon" conjured up a strange charisma—and an enduring partnership.

By Keith Roysdon | April 30, 2021

Nine Things Your Thriller Needs to Be Lean, Mean, and Exhilarating

Nine Things Your Thriller Needs to Be Lean, Mean, and Exhilarating

Meg Gardiner breaks down the essential elements of great thrillers.

By Meg Gardiner | April 27, 2021

Hackers, Home Devices, and Technology’s Slow Creep Into Domesticity

Hackers, Home Devices, and Technology’s Slow Creep Into Domesticity

Smart homes and their many devices are increasingly popular—but will they bring us peace of mind?

By Cate Holahan | April 22, 2021

Milan: Italy’s Capital of Style Goes Noir

Milan: Italy’s Capital of Style Goes Noir

Milan is Italy's capital of industry and fashion. It also has a long tradition of crime novels that explore the city's underbelly.

By Paul French | April 19, 2021

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