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4 Novels That Combine Science Fiction and Mystery

By Nick Kolakowski

November 5, 2019

From a writer’s perspective, the mystery genre is often a rigid one—someone committed a crime that needs solving, and the protagonist will methodically work through the clues to do so. And while that rigidity might seem downright restrictive, it’s also played into the hands of authors who want to introduce outlandish concepts and worlds: the…

Q&A with John Hart, Author of Redemption Road

By Crime HQ

May 30, 2016

Read this exclusive Q&A with John Hart—the only author to win consecutive Edgar Awards for “Best Novel”—about his newest novel, Redemption Road, what he's been doing during the five years between books, and his advice to aspiring writers. Then, make sure you're signed in and comment for a chance to win a SIGNED copy of Redemption…

A Study in Sherlock: Talking Holmes with Otto Penzler and Lyndsay Faye

By Lyndsay Faye

October 30, 2015

When I moved to New York City, there were three mystery-centric bookshops still in operation—now that (tragically) only one remains, you have to assume Otto Penzler of The Mysterious Bookshop must be doing something right. All four of my novels were launched at his store, but I first got to know Otto by making the…

Schmucks with Underwoods: Why Writers Make the Best Book Characters

By Bryon Quertermous

March 27, 2015

Writers have always been the most interesting people I meet, and they almost all tend to be passionate readers as well. They're also impulsive and vibrant and twisty and unpredictable and curious and generally enjoyable to talk to and to get into adventures with. Reading and writing have always gone hand-in-hand with me. I was…

Painting by artist Carole Bremaud

Historical Crime Fiction: Writing the Lives of the Erased

By Lyndsay Faye

August 30, 2014

You only live once. Right? Chances are, unless you believe in reincarnation and are also peculiarly in touch with your past lives on this harsh and often beautiful planet, then your experience will be confined to one existence (never discounting the kindly tips you’ll pick up from friends and strangers). Perhaps you are a 32-year…

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