Sara Shepard

Crime by the Book’s 12 Best Crime Novels of 2019

By Abby Endler

December 17, 2019

Hi there, reader! 2019 has been an incredible year for new crime fiction. From debut authors to returning favorites, serial killer thrillers to psychological suspense, this year has offered up a little something for everyone. I’m thrilled to share with Criminal Element readers my picks for the Best Crime Books of 2019 by Month—aka my…

Nancy Drew, The Secret of the Old Clock

A New World of Mysteries for Young Adults

By Elizabeth Kerri Mahon

November 9, 2011

As a voracious pre-teen reader, I cut my teeth on Nancy Drew, The Hardy Boys, The Dana Sisters and Encyclopedia Brown mystery series. I loved the idea of someone who was close to being my age solving a mystery that had the adults in the story stumped. I loved them so much that I actually…