#Mystery/Thriller

Police procedurals, cozy mysteries, psychological thrillers, true crime: whatever your mystery flavor, we’ve got recommendations on the best mystery books out there, from diverse authors writing in every mystery sub-genre. Get your whodunit (orwhatdunit, if you like a supernatural mystery) fix with posts from our mystery/thriller-reading contributors. Now go crack those cases!

50 Must-Read Middle School Mystery Books

Fifty twisty middle school mystery books for the budding sleuth, organized by grade level.

Mystery Trope: Covered In Blood, With No Memory…

Are you a fan of the amnesia murder mysteries where a character looks to be the murderer--so much blood!--but has no memory? Here are some great recs!

5 Mystery Books With Plot Twists You’ll Never See Coming

Twisty mysteries that'll have you glued to your seat.

Holmes-Trotting: 6 International Sherlock Holmes Adaptations You Need in Your Life

Sherlock Holmes is English, but his popularity is universal! Here are six unique and entertaining Sherlock Holmes adaptations from around the world.

7 Crime Titles Recommended on MY FAVORITE MURDER

A round-up of great crime reads as recommended on the podcast MY FAVORITE MURDER.

So You Want to Get Into Political Thriller Books?

Whatever your reasons are, if you’re wanting to delve into the world of political thriller books, consider this post your political thriller starter kit.

J.K. Rowling Announces Release Date for 4th Cormoran Strike Novel

"Robert Galbraith", aka J.K. Rowling, announces the release date for the next book in her Cormoran Strike mystery series, available for pre-order now.

50 Must-Read Mystery Books for Kids

A list of 50 mystery books for kids. Targeted for infants, toddlers, and children in preschool, kindergarten, first, second, third, fourth and fifth grade.

4 Crime Novels for Armchair Travelers

Dig into these crime novels that will satisfy your wanderlust from the comforts of your favorite armchair or comfortable bed.

Sherlock Holmes Quotes That Were Actually Written By Doyle

Did you know Arthur Conan Doyle didn't pen the phrase, "Elementary, my dear Watson?" Here are some Sherlock Holmes quotes he actually did write.