#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!

6 Mysteries and Thrillers by Stellar Women Authors

These mysteries and thrillers by women are from a diverse range of backgrounds, and all featuring women protagonists.

Conclave Zine For Charity, True Crime Case Updates & More Mystery News!

The Los Angeles Times Book Prize mystery/thriller finalists, a CONCLAVE Intersex fundraiser, Elizabeth Holmes, and more!

6 Queer Thrillers to Enjoy This Springtime

Whether you like detective-esque main characters, family secrets, or dark academia, this list has something perfect for you!

7 Different Types of Missing Person Mysteries

These 7 mysteries vary in voice, tone, subgenre, and even in the type of missing-person cases they have.

When Flirty E-mails Lead to Murder

You won't be able to put this page-turner down.

Shocking JAMES BOND News

Plus, thriller books by Latine authors if you like Prime Video’s "Reacher," Native Noir, a special edition of a popular series, and more.

12 New Mystery, Thrillers, & True Crime for March 2025

There's lots to read in March for mystery, thriller, and true crime fans, from standalones to series entries for YA and adult readers.

Books Like THE GOD OF THE WOODS by Liz Moore

Like last year's It Mystery THE GOD OF THE WOODS, these books have an intriguing blend of past/present mystery and family drama.

Tropes Abound In These Mysteries!

These mystery reads are each chock full of your favorite mystery tropes, from small town settings and final girls to books within books.

Big Names In Upcoming Mystery Adaptations + Robert Langdon Returns

Julia Roberts, Mahershala Ali, DeWanda Wise, and Helen Mirren star in some thrilling adaptations. Plus, new Dan Brown and Josephine Baker.