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    7 Crime Novels Set in Sin City

    7 Crime Novels Set in Sin City

    Explore Las Vegas with these delightfully seedy thrillers.

    By Robert Swartwood | September 13, 2023

    The Most Anticipated Crime Fiction of Fall 2023

    The Most Anticipated Crime Fiction of Fall 2023

    75+ Noirs, Mysteries, Thrillers, and Horror Novels to take you though the end of the year.

    By Molly Odintz | September 7, 2023

    James Ellroy Reveals the Real Reason He Writes

    James Ellroy Reveals the Real Reason He Writes

    "Disingenuousness is a sin. I’m writing this essay in the spirit of atonement. My ongoing biography should be revised to reflect this..."

    By James Ellroy | September 7, 2023

    Joyce Carol Oates on Women and the Roots of Body Horror

    Joyce Carol Oates on Women and the Roots of Body Horror

    In a new collection, the author is gathering women writers to explore A Darker Shade of Noir

    By Joyce Carol Oates | September 6, 2023

    The Backlist: Revisiting Vicki Hendricks' 'Miami Purity' with Alex Segura

    The Backlist: Revisiting Vicki Hendricks' 'Miami Purity' with Alex Segura

    Polly Stewart in discussion with today's top crime writers, returning to some of their favorite books.

    By Polly Stewart | August 31, 2023

    Margot Douaihy on Queering Crime Fiction and Embracing Metaphysical Mystery

    Margot Douaihy on Queering Crime Fiction and Embracing Metaphysical Mystery

    Read an interview with Douaihy and see the cover reveal of her second Sister Holiday mystery, Blessed Water

    By Molly Odintz | August 30, 2023

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    Dementia in Crime Fiction: Rage and The Ticking Clock

    By Hugh Lessig | August 30, 2023

    To Film and Thrive in L.A.: Three Lesser-Praised Friedkin Films Are Classics

    By Keith Roysdon | August 25, 2023

    Duffy’s Last Case My Arse: A Conversation with Adrian McKinty

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    Writer From Away: Michael Koryta on Maine Storytelling

    Writer From Away: Michael Koryta on Maine Storytelling

    "It was in Maine that I became aware of the acronym P.F.A., which stands for 'People From Away.' This is one of the great terms for outsiders I’ve ever heard. There is Maine, and there is Away."

    By Michael Koryta | August 16, 2023

    Influencer Noir

    Influencer Noir

    11 recent and forthcoming novels examining the dark side of internet fame

    By Molly Odintz | August 15, 2023

    Red Right Hand: Peaky Blinders, Babylon Berlin and the Looming Shadow of Fascism

    Red Right Hand: Peaky Blinders, Babylon Berlin and the Looming Shadow of Fascism

    How history creates suspense in two standout crime dramas.

    By Zack Budryk | August 10, 2023

    The Best Paperback Releases of Summer 2023

    The Best Paperback Releases of Summer 2023

    Featuring new in paperback releases from Winnie M. Li, Deanna Raybourn, Michael Connelly, and many more.

    By CrimeReads | August 9, 2023

    Denise Mina Takes on Philip Marlowe and Chandler's Los Angeles

    Denise Mina Takes on Philip Marlowe and Chandler's Los Angeles

    Denise Mina talks about redemption, P.G. Wodehouse, and being the first woman to continue the story of Raymond Chandler’s foundational detective.

    By Nancie Clare | August 4, 2023

    Nuclear Noir

    Nuclear Noir

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    By Nick Kolakowski | August 4, 2023

    M. W. Craven On The Subtle Charms of Snakes

    M. W. Craven On The Subtle Charms of Snakes

    Appreciating the fearless friends of the serpent world.

    By M. W. Craven | August 2, 2023

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