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"You're working to save someone’s life. It’s intense, and it’s not always all good."

The author of What You Don't See discusses crime fiction set in Chicago, recommends a few of her favorite mystery authors, and shares what makes her PI protagonist Cass Raines tick.

The celebrated Blood Angel author shares the ways in which his real-life experiences as a cop inform his writing about humanity.

The policy advisor and celebrated author of Immunity shares what mysteries and thrillers can teach us about real-life genetic dilemmas.

It's no secret—these mystery board games are a blast.

The Queen of Crime’s first novel was published a century ago this year.

His larger-than-life sleuth left an indelible legacy on crime fiction.

His popular mystery books transported readers to the timeless western frontier.

Her character Blanche White, an African American maid-turned-sleuth, was a favorite among mystery readers.

The creator of beloved detectives Hamish Macbeth and Agatha Raisin has passed away at the age of 83.

Sayers' gentleman sleuth sampled fine wines and caught criminals in his spare time.

"Nicholas, like me, is an outsider."

The celebrated Canadian writer behind the Benny Cooperman mystery series has passed away at the age of 88.

Multiple ghostwriters penned cases about the iconic sleuth, but one author stands out from the crowd.

Edith Pargeter (a.k.a. Ellis Peters) once said, "It is probably true that I am not very good at villains. The good interest me so much more."

Do you have what it takes to solve the case?

Some secrets are best left buried.

This silent film star delivered the ultimate Sherlock Holmes performance. Sadly, all footage of his work was lost–until now.

Three cases are ripped from the headlines and two are torn from the pages of little-known thrillers. Which ones are real? You be the judge.

Was Burro Joe a brilliant scientist or a man on the run after murdering his wife? J. Michael Orenduff recalls his encounter with the mysterious recluse.