MWA Announces the 2026 Edgar Award Winners

MWA Announces the 2026 Edgar Award Winners

Congratulations to this year's winners and nominees.

By CrimeReads | April 30, 2026

That's a Honey of an Anklet: Women, Noir, and the Art of Writing Dark

That's a Honey of an Anklet: Women, Noir, and the Art of Writing Dark

Ruth Knafo Setton on noir desire.

By Ruth Knafo Setton | April 30, 2026

What to Watch Now: Caught Stealing (2025)

What to Watch Now: Caught Stealing (2025)

A neo-noir about the weird, gritty energy of New York City in the 1990s.

By Radha Vatsal | April 29, 2026

State of the Crime Novel, Part 2: Issues and Recommendations

State of the Crime Novel, Part 2: Issues and Recommendations

Nominees for the Edgars discuss the greatest concerns of the genre today, along with recommending plenty of favorites

By Molly Odintz | April 29, 2026

State of the Crime Novel, Part 1: Routines, Problem-Solving, and Faithful Companions

State of the Crime Novel, Part 1: Routines, Problem-Solving, and Faithful Companions

Ahead of the 80th Annual Edgar Award Ceremony, nominees weigh in on the pleasures and pitfalls of the writing life

By Molly Odintz | April 28, 2026

“Profit is the Only Principle”: How 'Point Blank' Presaged Our Current Moment

“Profit is the Only Principle”: How 'Point Blank' Presaged Our Current Moment

Greg Wands on the timeliness of a neo-noir classic.

By Greg Wands | April 23, 2026

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15 LGBTQIA+ Crime Novels To Check Out This Spring

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James Sallis: What a Crime Fiction Master Leaves Behind

By Nick Kolakowski | April 2, 2026

The Art of Interview and Interrogation

The Art of Interview and Interrogation

A retired police detective discusses his approach to interviews, in fiction and in life.

By David Swinson | April 2, 2026

The Best Mysteries, Thrillers, and Crime Novels of April 2026

The Best Mysteries, Thrillers, and Crime Novels of April 2026

Featuring new titles from Jordan Harper, Kylie Lee Baker, Anthony Horowitz, Ed Lin, and more

By Molly Odintz | April 1, 2026

Inhalation: Excerpt <br>and Cover Reveal

Inhalation: Excerpt
and Cover Reveal

Michael Boulerice

By CrimeReads Excerpts | March 27, 2026

The Best Debuts of the Month: March 2026

The Best Debuts of the Month: March 2026

Sleuthing punk rockers, obsessive romantics, unhinged sociopaths, and epic quests for vengeance

By Molly Odintz | March 27, 2026

What to Watch This Weekend: March 27, 2026

What to Watch This Weekend: March 27, 2026

Featuring new Nordic Noir and a gangster movie with a big, weird twist.

By Dwyer Murphy | March 27, 2026

How Seventies-Era Shows Inspired a Modern-Day Crime Hero

How Seventies-Era Shows Inspired a Modern-Day Crime Hero

Andrew Welsh-Huggins looks at the tough guys of television and their impact on a singular character

By Andrew Welsh-Huggins | March 24, 2026

Ranking the Best Parkers of All-Time

Ranking the Best Parkers of All-Time

Many actors have taken on the role of Westlake/Stark's thief-avenger. Some good, some less so. Nick Kolakowski is ranking them.

By Nick Kolakowski | March 19, 2026

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