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Jamie Canaves

Jamie Canavés is the Tailored Book Recommendations coordinator and Unusual Suspects mystery newsletter writer–in case you’re wondering what you do with a Liberal Arts degree. She’s never met a beach she didn’t like, always says yes to dessert, loves ‘80s nostalgia, all forms of entertainment, and can hold a conversation using only gifs. You can definitely talk books with her on Litsy and Goodreads. Depending on social media’s stability maybe also Twitter and Bluesky.

Circling Back To Reading Dark Mystery & Thrillers

What's a dark mystery or thriller that you would recommend?

2025 Picture Books to Have On Your Radar

Mark your calendars for these beautiful picture books coming out in 2025, a delight for young readers and adults alike.

Criminally Good New Year: 13 New Mysteries, Thrillers, & True Crime for January 2025

There's something for everyone in January's new mysteries, thrillers, and true crime, from the cozy end to darker reads.

2024 Mystery & Thrillers I’m Still Excited To Read

The year might be over, but you can still go back and catch up on 2024 reads, like these mysteries and thrillers you may have missed.

The Best Mystery Books of the Past 10 Years For Armchair Sleuths

What are your picks for the best mystery books of the last 10 years?

‘Tis The Season For Holiday Mysteries

Are you planning to read a holiday-themed mystery this holiday season?

2024’s Best Mysteries, Thrillers, and True Crime

The best mysteries, thrillers, and true crime of 2024, from must-read series to knockout standalones in multiple subgenres, tropes, and vibes.

Peter Dinklage as Hercule Poirot + More Mystery News!

What do you think of Peter Dinklage as Hercule Poirot?

13 Book Club Picks for December 2024, From Oprah to NYPL’s Teen Banned Book Club

It’s been another long year, and ending it with a book club pick sounds like a pretty good choice. Especially ...

2025 Mysteries To Get Excited About

Here are five 2025 mystery releases to have on your radar, from middle grade dark academia to short stories with sleuthing Jesuit priests.