When the Past Finally Catches Up With You...in a Thriller

When the Past Finally Catches Up With You...in a Thriller

Jaime Lynn Hendricks on a beloved thriller trope that just about every reader can relate to, even if their secrets are still safe–for now.

By Jaime Lynn Hendricks | May 28, 2024

Nature and Human Nature in <em>Frankenstein </em>

Nature and Human Nature in Frankenstein

Close-reading a chilling classic

By Olivia Rutigliano | May 24, 2024

The Most Anticipated Crime Books of Summer 2024

The Most Anticipated Crime Books of Summer 2024

It's hot outside. Time to pick up some summer reading!

By Molly Odintz | May 23, 2024

Why Harlan Coben Decided Now Was the Time to Bring Back a Beloved Character

Why Harlan Coben Decided Now Was the Time to Bring Back a Beloved Character

The bestselling author discusses his newest book, featuring sports agent turned lawyer, Myron Bolitar.

By John B. Valeri | May 23, 2024

Beyond the Aesthetics of Dark Academia

Beyond the Aesthetics of Dark Academia

Fiona McPhillips on the themes that give Dark Academia its literary heft.

By Fiona McPhillips | May 22, 2024

Dead Characters with Something to Say

Dead Characters with Something to Say

Deceased characters from eight great crime novels, films or TV shows who insert themselves into the story from the Other Side. 

By Michael Bennett | May 21, 2024

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Six Mysteries Set in Luxurious Destinations

By Jaclyn Goldis | May 21, 2024

Writers and Musicians: When Artforms Intersect

By Baron Birtcher | May 21, 2024

Love to Hate Her: Novels About Destructive Women

By Alana B. Lytle | May 17, 2024

13 Weird, Fascinating Things I’ve Learned Researching Crime Novels

13 Weird, Fascinating Things I’ve Learned Researching Crime Novels

Kate White shares nuggets of wisdom picked up in conversation with ER doctors, body language experts, death scene investigators, and more.

By Kate White | May 17, 2024

Time to Read Some Gothic Fiction!

Time to Read Some Gothic Fiction!

A look at some of this year's gothic thrills, as I continue to battle humidity and mold in my home

By Molly Odintz | May 16, 2024

6 of the Best Queer Mysteries

6 of the Best Queer Mysteries

Tess Sharpe on the twists and turns and 'oh my god moments' of these modern favorites.

By Tess Sharpe | May 15, 2024

8 Ghost Stories That Will Haunt You

8 Ghost Stories That Will Haunt You

"A ghost—like a good tale—will only linger on for a reason."

By Carmella Lowkis | May 14, 2024

A Reading List of Mother’s Worst Nightmares

A Reading List of Mother’s Worst Nightmares

From Abducted Toddlers to Absent Teens, These Thrillers Expose Our Unspoken Anxieties

By Andromeda Romano-Lax | May 13, 2024

Elle Marr on Mining Personal Experiences for Writing Inspiration

Elle Marr on Mining Personal Experiences for Writing Inspiration

As a child, Marr survived a plane crash. But can she write about it now?

By Elle Marr | May 10, 2024

Six Books Featuring Killer Women

Six Books Featuring Killer Women

Celebrating the rise of the "one-woman crusade to take down the patriarchy"

By Julie Mae Cohen | May 9, 2024

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