Iconic figures throughout history have played significant roles in shaping crime and criminal lore. These individuals, whether they were notorious gangsters, cunning con artists, or infamous serial killers, have captivated the public imagination and drawn attention to the darker side of humanity. Here are five of the most famous, along with works of literature that have memorialized them.
CrimeFest, one of Europe’s leading crime writing conventions, has announced the shortlists for its final annual awards.
Jayne Chard, the multi-award-winning film and TV drama producer, reveals what you need to know about writing a crime book…
Writers have been bending the laws of physics and time ever since they put pen (or quill) to paper. The place where science meets the speculative has always had a home in gothic fiction.
Good news! The new seasons of both UNFORGOTTEN (one of our favorite-ever shows) and THE MARLOW MURDER CLUB (if you haven't seen it yet, you should!) will start on August 24 The Marlow Murder Club, Season 2, debuts Sunday, August 24 at 9/8c Life in the idyllic town...
Hard Town Kurt Argento Book 2 Adam Plantinga Grand Central Publishing April 2025 Hard Town by Adam Plantinga blends action, humor, and moral dilemmas for the main character, Kurt Argento. Jack Reacher and Harry Bosch will move over for Kurt Argento, someone with a...
