H.Y. Hanna on Craving Slow, Atmospheric Suspense in the Era of Short Attention

H.Y. Hanna on Craving Slow, Atmospheric Suspense in the Era of Short Attention

The author of The Taverna at the Edge of Night pushes against our cult of speed

By H.Y. Hanna | July 30, 2026

6 Thrillers Set in Glamorous and Wealthy Neighborhoods

6 Thrillers Set in Glamorous and Wealthy Neighborhoods

Catherine Steadman recommends Tom Wolfe, Ellery Lloyd, Liane Moriarty, and more

By Catherine Steadman | July 30, 2026

Catherine Ryan Howard on Murder Houses, Strange Science, and Finding Inspiration for Her New Novel

Catherine Ryan Howard on Murder Houses, Strange Science, and Finding Inspiration for Her New Novel

If These Walls Could Scream...

By Catherine Ryan Howard | July 28, 2026

Shannon Morgan on Why Islands Are Perfect Settings for Mysteries

Shannon Morgan on Why Islands Are Perfect Settings for Mysteries

Exploring how remote settings force characters into suspenseful situations

By Shannon Morgan | July 28, 2026

The Best Debut Crime Novels of June and July 2026

The Best Debut Crime Novels of June and July 2026

9 fresh, original additions to the crime world

By Molly Odintz | July 24, 2026

Cliff Dorfman on Crime Families, Loyalty, and Rooting for the Bad Guys in Fiction

Cliff Dorfman on Crime Families, Loyalty, and Rooting for the Bad Guys in Fiction

The author of Crime Family feels drawn to the family fidelity of fictive mobsters

By Cliff Dorfman | July 23, 2026

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Rene Denfeld on What Writers Get Wrong About Death Row

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Rowan Beaird on the Enduring Allure of Cults in Times of Uncertainty

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Fashion Cues and Clues: MJ Soni on Why Clothing Matters in Mysteries

Fashion Cues and Clues: MJ Soni on Why Clothing Matters in Mysteries

From the author of 'The Masala Chai Mystery Club'

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Christopher Golden's Secrets to Creating Dread and Writing Great Horror Thrillers

Christopher Golden's Secrets to Creating Dread and Writing Great Horror Thrillers

The author of Carry Me to My Grave shares advice on pacing, atmospherics, and more

By Christopher Golden | July 21, 2026

Luanne Rice on Crafting Character-Driven Suspense Set on Rhode Island's Iconic Coast

Luanne Rice on Crafting Character-Driven Suspense Set on Rhode Island's Iconic Coast

John B. Valeri in conversation with the author of Until Midnight

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The Best Psychological Thrillers of July 2026

The Best Psychological Thrillers of July 2026

Featuring new releases from Kelsey Cox, Laura Sims, Catherine Ryan Howard, and more

By Molly Odintz | July 17, 2026

Gary Phillips on Writing a Contemporary Los Angeles Heist Novel

Gary Phillips on Writing a Contemporary Los Angeles Heist Novel

The author of The Haul in conversation with Alex Dueben

By Alex Dueben | July 17, 2026

Hilary Davidson on Writing a Crime Novel About the Public Relations Industry

Hilary Davidson on Writing a Crime Novel About the Public Relations Industry

The author of Every Lie I Told in conversation with Nancie Clare

By Nancie Clare | July 16, 2026

Lo Patrick on Setting Stories During the Apocalyptic Summers of the American South

Lo Patrick on Setting Stories During the Apocalyptic Summers of the American South

The author of The Sins of Summer Daughters describes a season's violent atmosphere

By Lo Patrick | July 16, 2026

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