6 Creepy Novels Featuring Murder Houses

6 Creepy Novels Featuring Murder Houses

"The right setting only elevates the ugliness."

By Lisa Matlin | September 28, 2023

A Roundtable Discussion on Dark Academia

A Roundtable Discussion on Dark Academia

Contributors to a new anthology focused on murder in the ivory tower discuss the dramatic rise of the genre.

By CrimeReads | September 27, 2023

A Reading List of Badass Covens

A Reading List of Badass Covens

"Be forewarned that reading these books may spark a strong interest in starting a coven of your own."

By Kim DeRose | September 27, 2023

The Off-Broadway Play <em>Dracula: A Comedy of Terrors</em> Is Cute, Not-So-Bloody Fun

The Off-Broadway Play Dracula: A Comedy of Terrors Is Cute, Not-So-Bloody Fun

"Taking in the whole stage may cause one to wonder if they have stumbled into a goth dance party."

By Jennifer Kneeland | September 26, 2023

Michele Campbell Leans into the Truth

Michele Campbell Leans into the Truth

Campbell discusses her days as a prosecutor, her publishing journey, and trailblazing for Latin crime authors.

By Richie Narvaez | September 26, 2023

Shop Talk: Nina Simon Tells the Incredible Story Behind Her Breakout Debut Novel

Shop Talk: Nina Simon Tells the Incredible Story Behind Her Breakout Debut Novel

Crime writers talking routine, revision, and writing in the kitchen.

By Eli Cranor | September 21, 2023

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The Enduring Appeal of the Christiesque ‘Closed Circle’ Crime

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Cara Hunter on great mystery novels for those who love the iconic Christie setup.

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Crime Novels Featuring Interpreters, Transcribers, and Other Invisible Law Enforcement Professionals

Crime Novels Featuring Interpreters, Transcribers, and Other Invisible Law Enforcement Professionals

These thrillers aren't about the detectives.

By Brooke Robinson | September 19, 2023

Jason Voorhees: Neurodivergent Icon?

Jason Voorhees: Neurodivergent Icon?

On finding empowerment and autistic representation in an unlikely source: Friday the 13th's iconic slasher

By Mark Wheaton | September 15, 2023

When is a Character’s Dishonesty Justified?

When is a Character’s Dishonesty Justified?

"[W]hen is it ethical...for characters to do a great right, by doing a little wrong?"

By R. J. Jacobs | September 14, 2023

(Un)Safe Harbor: Thrillers Set in Remote Island Locations

(Un)Safe Harbor: Thrillers Set in Remote Island Locations

These novels use their beautiful, wild, windswept settings to build suspense.

By Anna Porter | September 14, 2023

Celebrating the Iconic Suspense of Lois Duncan

Celebrating the Iconic Suspense of Lois Duncan

Lois Duncan’s horror and suspense books for young adults served as roadmaps to growing up, surviving trauma, and becoming our true selves.

By Luisa Colon | September 12, 2023

My First Thriller: Jeneva Rose Is in Her Own World

My First Thriller: Jeneva Rose Is in Her Own World

How the bestselling author spurned the traditional publishing world and found her own way to writing success.

By Rick Pullen | September 12, 2023

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