Welcome to your new favorite hideout. We are constantly on the hunt for the best in mystery and thriller media—from books to movies and television shows, to mystery games—and everything in between. Whether it’s forgotten masterpieces from the Golden Age of detective fiction or a heart-pounding new domestic thriller, we’re here to clue you into what’s fantastic to read and watch.
On the hunt for a political thriller? Investigating which British crime show to binge next? Craving a charming cozy to curl up with? Whether you’re into Miss Marple or Sherlock Holmes, Hannibal Lecter or James Bond, we’ve unlocked the mystery for you. All you’ve got to do is peruse the stories below—you’re sure to find a killer lead.
A curated guide to the best books in the most beloved mystery subgenres.
Without the guiding hand of this Bostonian gothic, the modern detective genre would be very different.
The perfect campfire-side mysteries!
By Jena Brown
"Sometimes you just need a little whimsy in your murder."
This award-winning mystery author describes her puzzle-centric books as Gothic cozies.
The perfect capers for devoted book lovers.
By Grace Felder
These classic series offer endless hours of reading escape for every committed mystery reader.
An exciting opportunity for aspiring authors!
Sage words from the Queen of Crime.
The young minds within old favorites.
Clever characters create lasting stories.
Sometimes two sleuths are better than one.
The couple that sleuths together, stays together.
By Jena Brown
Kirkus says, "Be sure to take a few deep breaths before plunging in."
These riveting reading challenges add a dash of fun and interactivity to your reading life.
By Jena Brown
Read the first in David Handler's Edgar Award-winning series about Stewart Hoag.
By Lisa Quigley
2022 kicks off with some thrilling new voices in fiction.
From holiday homicides to festive foul play, these thrilling mysteries are the perfect antidote to your end-of-year hangover.
Maybe the book is always better, but that doesn't stop us from getting excited about film adaptations.
By Jena Brown