The Many Faces of Parker, Donald E. Westlake's Most Enduring, Confounding Creation

The Many Faces of Parker, Donald E. Westlake's Most Enduring, Confounding Creation

Parker's merciless drive has long held a special appeal for filmmakers. Over the years, we've seen some pretty unexpected adaptations.

By Nick Kolakowski | March 11, 2022

"It's The Dose That Kills": On Historical Poisons, Plants, and Medicine

Many of the deadliest poisons are also the best medicines.

By Kit Mayquist | March 11, 2022

My First Villain

My First Villain

Rafi Zabor on the exquisite creation of fictional bad behavior.

By Rafi Zabor | March 11, 2022

<em>The Batman</em> is a Dark and Fascinating Riddle

The Batman is a Dark and Fascinating Riddle

Matt Reeves's new film is first and foremost a detective story.

By Olivia Rutigliano | March 10, 2022

Glasgow: City of Business, City of Crime

Glasgow: City of Business, City of Crime

In the history of Glasgow, the ordinary violence of criminality is eclipsed by the brutal business of empire.

By Liam McIlvanney | March 10, 2022

On Writing Outside (Or Inside) The Lines. You Do You.

On Writing Outside (Or Inside) The Lines. You Do You.

"A good book is a good book, regardless of genre or topic."

By Dane Bahr | March 10, 2022

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Seven Mysteries About Teens, Perfect for Teens

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What's the Greatest Newspaper Crime Movie Ever Made?

By Keith Roysdon | March 9, 2022

My First Thriller: David Corbett

My First Thriller: David Corbett

David Corbett made a few stops on his way to becoming a bestselling author. He was a bar musician, an actor, and a linguistics grad student. Then he took a job as a private eye.

By Rick Pullen | March 9, 2022

Qiu Xiaolong and the Return of the Venerable Judge Dee

Qiu Xiaolong and the Return of the Venerable Judge Dee

A beloved mystery series with a legacy stretching back centuries gets new life from China's best known crime author.

By Paul French | March 9, 2022

Seven WWII spy memoirs to augment your historical fiction shelf

Seven WWII spy memoirs to augment your historical fiction shelf

If you love WWII-era fiction, try these richly accurate real-life accounts

By Erika Robuck | March 8, 2022

The Unique Power of Nuanced Spy Novels

The Unique Power of Nuanced Spy Novels

Anna Pitoniak on visiting the CIA, remembering John le Carré, and creating women characters who push past the spy clichés.

By Anna Pitoniak | March 8, 2022

The Joy of Researching Historical Fiction

The Joy of Researching Historical Fiction

Research "can be a pleasure—the rare element of writing where failure is impossible, where the process can simply be enjoyed."

By W.M. Akers | March 8, 2022

Armchair Travel: Cozy Mystery Towns To Visit

Armchair Travel: Cozy Mystery Towns To Visit

Holly Danvers on some favorite locations from around the cozy mystery world.

By Holly Danvers | March 8, 2022

10 New Books Coming Out This Week

10 New Books Coming Out This Week

New offerings from the world of crime, mystery, and thrillers.

By CrimeReads | March 7, 2022

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