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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!

Enough James Bond. Give These Spy Books a Movie.

James Bond has dominated the spy movie genre for decades, but these spy novels, including Who Is Vera Kelly? by Rosalie Knecht, deserve their shot on the big screen.

Criminals Abound: 10 Kinds Of Crime Plots

Get to know 10 common crime plots in mystery and thriller reads, including revenge, cons, covering up a crime, and more.

Not This Again: The Worst Tropes In Mysteries And Thrillers

There are plenty of ways to frame a mystery or thriller that don't involve these tired tropes. Enough, already.

An Introduction to Irish Crime Fiction

Irish crime fiction is more than just Tana French! Here are some of the essential books to read in this subgenre.

16 August Mystery, Thriller, True Crime Books To Read

We've round up August releases for mystery, thriller, and true crime readers, from nonviolent true crime to a #metoo thriller, and more.

8 Fun and Festive Christmas Murder Mystery Books

Christmas is a time for family, fun...and murder. Find the best festive Christmas murder mystery books to add to your stocking.

8 Mystery/Thriller TikTokers to Follow Right Now

If you’re looking for more thrillers or mystery recommendations on your For You Page, follow these fantastic TikTok accounts!

Why CLUE is the Perfect Mystery

Stellar cast and wonderful comedic performance aside, it's the superbly plotted mystery that makes Clue a fan favorite all these years later.

The Role of Wills and Testaments in Mystery Novels

In leaving a will, a person is guaranteed the last word—at least regarding their own possessions. And that makes for a great mystery.

8 Mysteries and Thrillers That Use Fear to Explore Racism

Mixing thrilling plots with insight, these mysteries and thrillers use fear as an inroads to explore issues of race and ethnicity.