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 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

Crime Novels with a Sense of Place and Manners

Crime Novels with a Sense of Place and Manners

Peter Nichols on crime stories that could only be set in one place, among one set of people.

By Peter Nichols | April 30, 2024

The Five Best Novels About Hauntings

The Five Best Novels About Hauntings

Jen Williams on troubled places, troubled people, and excellent fiction.

By Jen Williams | April 26, 2024

G'day, From An Apparently Terrifying Continent

G'day, From An Apparently Terrifying Continent

Author Michelle Prak investigates what makes Australia such perfect terrain for thrillers.

By Michelle Prak | April 26, 2024

Sasha Vasilyuk: To the Insecure ESL Writer I Once Was

Sasha Vasilyuk: To the Insecure ESL Writer I Once Was

On learning English and daring to be a novelist.

By Sasha Vasilyuk | April 24, 2024

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Philip Miller On Using Ouija Boards to Fuel Creativity

Philip Miller On Using Ouija Boards to Fuel Creativity

"Ouija boards are a fascinating tool for a mystery novel."

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Heather Graham on Ancient Texts and the Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse

Heather Graham on Ancient Texts and the Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse

The novelist reflects on reaching the end of a series.

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On Writing a Book When The World is On Fire

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Sara Koffi on turning to thrillers when justice is missing.

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Megan Campisi on the Wild Tales of Allan Pinkerton

Megan Campisi on the Wild Tales of Allan Pinkerton

Pinkerton's true crime stories offer a fascinating glimpse into the past.

By Megan Campisi | April 16, 2024

The Crime Novel That Wouldn't, Or Writing As Processing

The Crime Novel That Wouldn't, Or Writing As Processing

Ethel Rohan set out to write a psychological thriller informed by trauma. Instead, she found herself with an ode to empathy.

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10 Queer Crime Novels To Check Out This Spring

10 Queer Crime Novels To Check Out This Spring

Essential new LGBTQIA+ reads, recommended by Queer Crime Writers

By Queer Crime Writers | April 12, 2024

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