Books

The Francis Bacon Mysteries author talks writing rituals, favorite books, and the inspiration behind her successful trilogy.

Acclaimed author Jane Langton isn't as sweet as she seems.

Tales of jazz-loving killers, Victorian murder, and a home goods superstore from hell. We look back at the 7 most intriguing mystery releases of the year.

When a priceless trophy goes missing, the world's most famous detective is called to solve the case.

Hidden cameras, masterful disguises, and Sherlock Holmes-inspired deduction instructions to slip under the tree.

Our favorite mystery and thriller writers share the books that have stuck with them through the years.

It's the country's biggest crime and mystery convention. Here's how to make the most of your time.

This lady detective doesn't know the meaning of "damsel in distress."

Martha Grimes, the award-winning author of over twenty Richard Jury mysteries, sits down for an in-depth interview.

The celebrated scribe behind the Chief Inspector Wexford mysteries sits down for a revealing interview.

In Nero Blanc's interactive crossword mysteries, readers fill in the blanks right alongside the detectives.

Our favorite mystery and thriller writers share the books that have stuck with them through the years.

Explore the rainswept streets of Celtic noir with these excellent Irish crime fiction authors.

This high seas mystery had us hook, line, and sinker as it plunged the depths of the human soul.

This Edgar-winning author sets his sights on the American Dream in a powerful new thriller of epic proportions.

Want to read something truly frightening?

Thriller writers conjure up bad guys like it's their day job. But what happens when real-life villains become scarier than imaginary ones?

"The detective must not himself commit the crime."

How to keep your Marlowe separate from your Miss Marple

Follow 11 tweeps who love a good mystery as much as you do.