From Baker Street to Baking Sleuths 

From Baker Street to Baking Sleuths 

Gretchen Rue explains why baking makes for such great mystery.

By Gretchen Rue | February 19, 2024

The 1887 Murder of an “Unknown Woman” That May Have Inspired Carolyn Wells

The 1887 Murder of an “Unknown Woman” That May Have Inspired Carolyn Wells

Rebecca Rego Barry on the mystery maven's ouevre and the crime that started it all

By Rebecca Rego Barry | February 16, 2024

Six Novels with a Structure of their Own

Six Novels with a Structure of their Own

Edwin Hill on using story structure to play with perspective and slowly dole out truths

By Edwin Hill | February 15, 2024

YA Authors Kit Frick and Kara Thomas On Writing Their Debut Adult Thrillers

YA Authors Kit Frick and Kara Thomas On Writing Their Debut Adult Thrillers

A Behind-the-Scenes Look at Crime Writing for Teens and Adults

By Kit Frick | February 15, 2024

On Becoming an Accidental Crime Novelist

On Becoming an Accidental Crime Novelist

"How do I feel about this happy accident? Honestly, pretty great."

By Tom Baragwanath | February 15, 2024

The Power of Neurodiverse Characters in Mysteries

The Power of Neurodiverse Characters in Mysteries

Brandy Schillace on finding ND representation in the genre.

By Brandy Schillace | February 14, 2024

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Sherlock Holmes, That Enigma We Know So Well

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How an Unforgettable Trip to a Thai Resort Turned Into a Terrifying Thriller

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The Best Psychological Thrillers of February 2024

The Best Psychological Thrillers of February 2024

Equestrian fortune tellers, murderous Bookstagrammers, ill-fated reunions, and exploitative tabloid reporters

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6 Books That Elevate the Serial Killer Thriller

6 Books That Elevate the Serial Killer Thriller

Erin Young explores a dark genre with a strong literary tradition.

By Erin Young | February 13, 2024

Breanne McIvor on Beauty, Romance, and the Borderlands of Literature and Crime

Breanne McIvor on Beauty, Romance, and the Borderlands of Literature and Crime

Aya de Leon interviews the Trinidadian writer and makeup artist about her lush debut set in the Caribbean fashion scene

By Aya de Leon | February 12, 2024

The Importance of Humor in Crime Fiction

The Importance of Humor in Crime Fiction

"We need the warmth. There has to be somewhere for readers to turn when it’s cold."

By E.A. Aymar | February 12, 2024

On the All-Female Shoplifting Gang Who Reigned Supreme in Turn-of-the-Century London

On the All-Female Shoplifting Gang Who Reigned Supreme in Turn-of-the-Century London

"I was completely captivated by the history of this all-female crime syndicate..."

By Heather Webb | February 12, 2024

<em>Lisa Frankenstein</em> is a Charming Comedy, Even If It's Missing Some Parts

Lisa Frankenstein is a Charming Comedy, Even If It's Missing Some Parts

Olivia Rutigliano on Diablo Cody and Zelda Williams's 80s-throwback, Mary-Shelley-indebted, high-school zom-com

By Olivia Rutigliano | February 9, 2024

15 Horror Novels to Look Out For in 2024

15 Horror Novels to Look Out For in 2024

Slashers, serial killers, supernatural entities, and splatterpunk!

By Molly Odintz | February 9, 2024

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