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The International Exhibition of Sherlock Holmes

Posted October 9, 2014 by Joel Goldman & filed under Crime fiction exhibit, Reading fiction.

Today is the grand opening of The International Exhibition of Sherlock Holmes at the St. Louis Science Center and for lucky visitors, the game is afoot is a whole new way! This interactive exhibition takes museum guests right into the world of Sherlock Holmes and Victorian-era London to help the infamous detective solve a brand… Continue Reading The International Exhibition of Sherlock Holmes »

Crime fiction movie adaptations

Posted September 25, 2014 by Joel Goldman & filed under Crime Fiction.

It’s always exciting to see your favorite crime fiction novels come to life, and this fall, fans of mysteries and thrillers are in for a treat. A whole range of crime fiction movie adaptations are hitting the big screen, from psychological thrillers to hardboiled detective stories. Here’s a look at some of the new… Continue Reading Crime fiction movie adaptations »

Last Ditch Summer Crime Fiction Escapes

Posted August 28, 2014 by Joel Goldman & filed under Crime Fiction, Crime Novels, Reading fiction.

Summer is almost over – and if you missed out on a great summer vacation, there’s still time for one last hurrah over Labor Day week. These crime fiction titles will take you away from it all and transport you around the world! If you’re all caught up on the Alex Stone series and… Continue Reading Last Ditch Summer Crime Fiction Escapes »

The Dogs of Crime Fiction

Posted August 14, 2014 by Joel Goldman & filed under Crime Fiction, Reading fiction.

As we swelter in the dog days of summer, it seems like a fitting time to pay tribute the dogs of crime fiction. Our four legged friends often appear in mysteries and thrillers, and whether they’re featured as sidekicks or side notes, they’re usually scene stealers. Adding comic relief or bringing out the humanity… Continue Reading The Dogs of Crime Fiction »

Crime fiction, Mysteries and Thrillers: What’s the Difference?

Posted July 17, 2014 by Joel Goldman & filed under Crime Novels, Reading fiction, Writing Crime Fiction, Writing Crime Thrillers.

You’ve no doubt heard the terms crime fiction, mysteries and thrillers – but is there really a difference? The way books are categorized is influenced by a wide range of factors, from an author’s reputation to marketing goals to the space on a store’s shelves. However, there are definable differences between crime fiction, mysteries… Continue Reading Crime fiction, Mysteries and Thrillers: What’s the Difference? »

Television adaptation of crime fiction

Posted June 26, 2014 by Joel Goldman & filed under Crime Fiction, Crime Novels, Reading fiction, Uncategorized.

Crime novels have been adapted into TV shows since television was invented. From Agatha Christie’s Miss Marple and Inspector Poirot to Robert B. Parker’s Spenser, some of crime fiction’s most iconic characters have sprung to life on the silver screen. Today, television adaptations of crime fiction don’t just retell our favorite mysteries – many… Continue Reading Television adaptation of crime fiction »

2014 Edgar Award Winners

Posted June 5, 2014 by Joel Goldman & filed under Book Reviews, Competition, Crime Fiction, Crime Novels, Reading fiction, Uncategorized.

It was an exciting night in New York when the winners of the 2014 Edgar Awards were announced by the Mystery Writers of America at a gala celebration last month. Acclaimed mystery writers Robert Crais and Carolyn Hart received the Grandmasters Award, and the Egdars also heralded the arrival of some exciting new voices… Continue Reading 2014 Edgar Award Winners »