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C.J. Box on <em>Big Sky</em>, Big Twists, and Bringing a New Western Thriller to Montana

C.J. Box on Big Sky, Big Twists, and Bringing a New Western Thriller to Montana

The new thriller, Big Sky marks the first time the author's work has been adapted for the screen. It's long overdue.

By Michael Barson | November 16, 2020

A Few Thoughts and Speculations on the State of Irish Crime Fiction

A Few Thoughts and Speculations on the State of Irish Crime Fiction

John Connolly on the current generation of Irish crime novelists and crime readers.

By John Connolly | November 3, 2020

My First Thriller: Scott Turow

My First Thriller: Scott Turow

For eight years, he wrote in thirty minute bursts on a commuter train. Then, he had himself a blockbuster novel.

By Rick Pullen | October 29, 2020

Toronto: Crime Fiction in North America’s Safest City

Toronto: Crime Fiction in North America’s Safest City

The mystery scene is booming in Canada's largest city.

By Paul French | October 19, 2020

The Strange Life and Mysterious Disappearance of a Very American Painting

The Strange Life and Mysterious Disappearance of a Very American Painting

Craig Johnson on Custer, and the painting that ornamented barroom walls across America, then vanished.

By Craig Johnson | October 2, 2020

Seven Medical Thrillers That Go Beyond the Emergency Room

Seven Medical Thrillers That Go Beyond the Emergency Room

Pediatricians, epidemiologists, and medical examiners have some pretty exciting jobs, too.

By Joel Shulkin, MD | September 17, 2020

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By Malcolm Gladwell | August 20, 2020

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By Jody Gehrman | August 20, 2020

The Crime Fiction of New Zealand

The Crime Fiction of New Zealand

A new generation of New Zealand authors is continuing a tradition of mystery.

By Paul French | August 17, 2020

The Evolution of Dave Robicheaux and the Incredible Career of James Lee Burke

The Evolution of Dave Robicheaux and the Incredible Career of James Lee Burke

For over thirty years, the spiritual Louisiana lawman has been casting a light and chasing demons.

By David Masciotra | August 7, 2020

9 Essential Books To Learn About Our Badly Broken American Political System

9 Essential Books To Learn About Our Badly Broken American Political System

A political thriller writer shares his favorite works of fiction and nonfiction.

By David Pepper | July 20, 2020

My First Thriller: Steve Berry

My First Thriller: Steve Berry

After twelve years and eighty-six submissions, Steve Berry's persistence finally paid off with the launch of a blockbuster series.

By Rick Pullen | July 9, 2020

The Uncanny Appeal of Sole Survivor Stories

The Uncanny Appeal of Sole Survivor Stories

We weren't meant to fly, but we do. Stories of crash survivors speak to something primitive—and mysterious—in us.

By Richard Farrell | June 25, 2020

How to Write Legal Thrillers That Won't Drive Lawyers Crazy with Mistakes and Inventions

How to Write Legal Thrillers That Won't Drive Lawyers Crazy with Mistakes and Inventions

I Object...To Unrealistic Courtroom Drama

By Craig Pittman | June 19, 2020

Perry Mason and the Case of the Wildly Successful, Perpetually Restless Author

Perry Mason and the Case of the Wildly Successful, Perpetually Restless Author

Erle Stanley Gardner had an idea for a lawyer who liked to brawl on behalf of the little guy. 170 million copies later, he had an icon.

By Lee Randall | June 18, 2020

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