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Mary Higgins Clark

In Remembrance: Mary Higgins Clark

By John Valeri

February 4, 2020

It’s not an exaggeration to say that my heart broke a bit with the news that Mary Higgins Clark, America’s “Queen of Suspense,” died last Friday at the age of 92. Any time a person passes who has been part of your life for as long as she was mine, the loss is profound. And…

The Queen of Suspense: Mary Higgins Clark

By Ellen Crosby

April 25, 2018

One of the most memorable highlights of the five years I lived in London took place one sunny summer afternoon when I was invited to Buckingham Palace to have tea with the Queen of England. Okay, I was one of 10,000 people who also attended that garden party, though you wouldn’t have guessed—the Queen has…

Review: Every Breath You Take by Mary Higgins Clark & Alafair Burke

By John Valeri

November 7, 2017

Every Breath You Take by Mary Higgins Clark & Alafair Burke follows television producer’s Laurie Moran investigation of the unsolved Met Gala murder—in which a wealthy widow was pushed to her death from the famous museum’s rooftop. America’s “Queen of Suspense,” Mary Higgins Clark, has been a mainstay in reader’s hearts and on bestsellers lists since…

5 New Books to Read this Week: November 15, 2016

By Crime HQ

November 16, 2016

Every Wednesday, we here at Criminal Element will put together a list of Staff Picks of the books that published the day before—sharing the ones that we are looking forward to reading the most! This week was a powerhouse of releases, with a new Patricia Cornwell, David Morrell, and more! See what else came out…

Q&A with Susanna Calkins, Author of A Death Along the River Fleet and Mary Higgins Clark Award Nominee

By Crime HQ

April 20, 2016

Susanna Calkins, author of A Death Along the River Fleet — the 4th Lucy Campion Mystery — was kind enough to answer some of Criminal Element's questions about her love for the mystery genre, writing about 17th century England, and being nominated for this year's Mary Higgin's Clark Award.  What authors have inspired your writing? Like most…

5 New Books to Read this Week: April 5, 2016

By Crime HQ

April 6, 2016

Every Wednesday, we here at Criminal Element will put together a list of Staff Picks of the books that published the day before—sharing the ones that we are looking forward to reading the most! Check back every Wednesday and see what we're reading for the week!

Top 5 Christmas Mysteries

By Janet Webb

December 21, 2015

As traditional as counting down the shopping days to Christmas or making plans to visit out of town family is the appearance of Christmas and holiday mysteries. When did the tradition start? Why are these books so popular? Are they primarily English and/or historical? Who deserves the top of the tree, gold star accolade for…

Tracy Kiely has a way with chicken...and napkins.

Cozy Fans, Welcome Your Guests with Pullets, Not Bullets!

By Clare Toohey

October 19, 2012

Watch this and up your classy quotient! The Librarians’ Breakfast during Bouchercon was sponsored by Mystery Writers of America—thanks, and sorry I bogarted the coffee! It was hosted by the inspirational Mary Higgins Clark, crime writing’s acme of loveliness and graciousness. (How does she do it?! I admit I suspect a crabby-faced, unkempt portrait in…

Mary Higgins Clark and Carol Higgins Clark

Overheard: Bouchercon Honorees Have Books to Die For…and So Can You!

By Crime HQ

October 9, 2012

Bouchercon is a guaranteed good time. Seriously. Even if you never leave the bar and spend all your time listening to conversations, you’re bound to meet up with some great people and hear some really cool stuff. Here are some of the gems we overheard this year: “John Connolly smells am-ayyyyyy-zing.” “Lee Child smells pretty…

Bouchercon 2012

Now Win This!: A Ticket to Bouchercon

By Crime HQ

June 8, 2012

Sorry, this sweepstakes has ended. Stay tuned on our Sweepstakes page for more offers! Click here to register for a chance to win! October 4–7 the mystery community will descend upon Cleveland, Ohio for the 43rd Annual World Mystery Convention—Bouchercon. Opening ceremonies will take place Thursday, October 4, at the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. This…

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