#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!

11 of the Best Mystery, Thriller, and True Crime Books Out in July

From chilling thrillers to foodie mysteries to much-anticipated sequels and intriguing debuts, here are the best crime books out this month!

8 Feminist Cozy Mysteries You Need To Read Right Away

Read these comforting cozy mystery novels that cover stories of rebellious women who don’t let their circumstances hold them back, including Magic, Lies, And Deadly Pies by Misha Popp.

Maybe Not Dead: 6 Kinds of Non-Murder Focused Mystery Plots

From tracking down a missing person to finding a thief, here are the most common plots for mystery novels that aren't murder mysteries.

10 Best Mysteries with a Twist

Who doesn't love a good twist? Here is a list of the best recently published murder mysteries with a great twist.

15 Cozy Mysteries Coming Out in the Second Half of 2022

Whether you're in the mood for a mystery at a Hollywood antiques shop or a 20th century hotel, these cozy mysteries will bring out your armchair sleuth.

How Are Smartphones Used in Mystery Novels?

Smartphones have solved a lot of logistics problems in real life - and caused problems for mystery writers by being an instant solution.

8 Missing People Thrillers That Will Keep You On the Edge of Your Seat

These missing people thrillers will keep guessing as you discover: Is it murder? A kidnapping? Or do they not want to be found?

15 of the Best Mystery Thrillers That’ll Keep You Hooked to the Page

Keep reading to find the best mystery thrillers that will keep you turning the pages to add to your TBR list!

The Best Mystery, Thriller, and True Crime Books Out In June

From a PI looking for her girlfriend to true crime at a reform school, here are the best mystery and true crime books out this month.

How Recent Cozy Mysteries By Authors Of Color Applaud Female Power

We're seeing more strong female characters in cozy mysteries: they stutter, fall, yet rise up to take down everyone who undermines them.