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13 Weird, Fascinating Things I’ve Learned Researching Crime Novels

13 Weird, Fascinating Things I’ve Learned Researching Crime Novels

Kate White shares nuggets of wisdom picked up in conversation with ER doctors, body language experts, death scene investigators, and more.

By Kate White | May 17, 2024

Humor in Mysteries and Thrillers Is No Joke

Humor in Mysteries and Thrillers Is No Joke

Tom Straw looks back at a long career in comedy and mystery and reflects on striking the perfect balance.

By Tom Straw | May 16, 2024

Three Great Time Travel Books for People Who Don't Like Science Fiction

Three Great Time Travel Books for People Who Don't Like Science Fiction

These scifi stories are character-driven, poignant, and full of heart

By Esme Addison | May 16, 2024

6 of the Best Queer Mysteries

6 of the Best Queer Mysteries

Tess Sharpe on the twists and turns and 'oh my god moments' of these modern favorites.

By Tess Sharpe | May 15, 2024

5 Mysteries and Thrillers That Will Make You Laugh

5 Mysteries and Thrillers That Will Make You Laugh

Kate Weston on the distinct pleasures of a funny murder mystery.

By Kate Weston | May 13, 2024

Who Am I?

Who Am I?

Terry Wolverton on craft, crime novels, and identity

By Terry Wolverton | May 10, 2024

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Why Trains Make the Perfect Thriller and Mystery Setting

By Debbie Babitt | May 7, 2024

Los Angeles as Setting and Character

By Marjorie McCown | May 7, 2024

The Backlist: C.J. Tudor on the Wild, Inventive Noirs of Michael Marshall Smith

By Polly Stewart | May 2, 2024

The State of the Crime Novel, Part 2: The Future of Crime Writing

The State of the Crime Novel, Part 2: The Future of Crime Writing

"Everything's important, everything's on the table, and everything's fair game."

By Molly Odintz | May 1, 2024

The Rare Entertainments of E.C.R. Lorac's <em>Death of an Author</em>

The Rare Entertainments of E.C.R. Lorac's Death of an Author

Appreciating an unusual standalone from a Golden Age writer better known for her series

By Martin Edwards | May 1, 2024

The Exploits and Exploitation of Indian Street Magic, Jadoo

The Exploits and Exploitation of Indian Street Magic, Jadoo

Harini Nagendra on the tradition of Jadoo and its complex relationship with Western magic

By Harini Nagendra | May 1, 2024

The State of the Crime Novel, Part 1: Writing Life

The State of the Crime Novel, Part 1: Writing Life

"You can always edit crap. You can’t edit nothing."

By Molly Odintz | April 30, 2024

The Author as Protagonist

The Author as Protagonist

Why are so many fictional writers solving crimes in detective novels?

By Catherine Mack | April 29, 2024

On the Invention of M. Dupin

On the Invention of M. Dupin

A transcript from Olivia Rutigliano's talk on Poe and detective fiction at New York University Law School's Poe Room Event

By Olivia Rutigliano | April 26, 2024

How Four Investigative Reporting Experiences Led to Great Mystery “Material”

How Four Investigative Reporting Experiences Led to Great Mystery “Material”

When there are Great Danes in the autopsy room, you know you've got a detail for a novel.

By Victoria Houston | April 25, 2024

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