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    A Brief History of Stolen Paintings

    A Brief History of Stolen Paintings

    Felix Francis on why stealing paintings is a losing game.

    By Felix Francis | September 10, 2026

    How the Directors of 'Chronovisor' Created a Modern Borgesian Mystery for the Big Screen

    How the Directors of 'Chronovisor' Created a Modern Borgesian Mystery for the Big Screen

    Kevin Walker and Jack Auen, in conversation with Radha Vatsal.

    By Radha Vatsal | September 10, 2026

    Carly Hillman on Going from Producing Colbert's Late Show to Writing a Crime Novel

    Carly Hillman on Going from Producing Colbert's Late Show to Writing a Crime Novel

    The author of The Refuge shares a moment of unexpected inspiration

    By Carly Hillman | September 9, 2026

    Carrie Talick on Mashing Up Genres and Injecting Comedy into Murder Mysteries

    Carrie Talick on Mashing Up Genres and Injecting Comedy into Murder Mysteries

    The author of The Alibi Club dances at the intersections of humor and storytelling

    By Carrie Talick | September 8, 2026

    7 Crime Novels That Feature Outsiders Who Challenge the Status Quo

    7 Crime Novels That Feature Outsiders Who Challenge the Status Quo

    Tanya Grant recommends Caroline Kepnes, Darby Kane, Joelle Wellington, and more

    By Tanya Grant | September 8, 2026

    Carolyn Marie Wilkins on Historical Fiction, Cults, and Writing Psychic Characters (as a Psychic)

    Carolyn Marie Wilkins on Historical Fiction, Cults, and Writing Psychic Characters (as a Psychic)

    Alex Dueben interviews the author of Let the Murderer Say Amen

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    How Harry Kurnitz Conquered Hollywood, Broadway, and the Biblio-Mystery

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    The Best Crime Novels, Mysteries, and Thrillers of The Month: September 2026

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    Kieran Scott on Closed Circle and Locked Room Mysteries (Plus Her 3 Faves)

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