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10 Sherlockian Novels That are Perfect for Fans of Sherlock
Posted about 26 days ago by April S
Posted in eBooks and Audiobooks, Fiction, Graphic Novels and Poetry and Mysteries and Thrillers | Tagged with Detective Stories, Historical Fiction, private investigators, reading recommendations, secret societies, Sherlock Holmes, suspense and thriller
Fans of the television series Sherlock will love these modern stories featuring the infamous consulting detective Sherlock Holmes.
Continue Reading: 10 Sherlockian Novels That are Perfect for Fans of Sherlock25 Gripping Psychological Suspense Novels
Posted about 1 month ago by April S
Posted in eBooks and Audiobooks, Fiction, Graphic Novels and Poetry, Mysteries and Thrillers and New: Books and Movies | Tagged with Psychological Fiction, Psychological Suspense, Readers' Advisory, suspense, Suspense Fiction and Thrillers
Enthralling novels that will keep readers interested from start to finish. This post includes classics, popular authors and notable selections from the past year including books by popular authors like Riley Sager, Ruth Ware, Lisa Scottoline, Lisa Unger, JP Delaney and more.
Continue Reading: 25 Gripping Psychological Suspense NovelsKnitting a Few Good Yarns: Themed Cozy Mysteries
Posted about 1 month ago by April S
Posted in Fiction, Graphic Novels and Poetry, Mysteries and Thrillers and New: Books and Movies | Tagged with cozy mystery, crochet, events, knit, knitters, knitting, mystery stories, needlework and programs
Curl up with one of these great themed cozy mysteries. People who love to crochet, embroider, knit, sew or weave will love the variety of selections in this post.
Continue Reading: Knitting a Few Good Yarns: Themed Cozy Mysteries10 Best Books of 2018 for Middle Grade Readers
Posted 2 months ago by Kathryn M
Posted in Fiction, Graphic Novels and Poetry, Mysteries and Thrillers, Science Fiction and Fantasy and Teen and Pre-Teens | Tagged with adventure, best books of 2018, Best Books of the Year, books to read, bullying, Coming of Age, family, fantasy, friendship, graphic novels, Grief - Fiction, juvenile fiction, magic, middle grades, mystery, Paranormal Fiction, quests, redemption, schools, social issues, suspense and Young Adult Fiction
We have sifted through some excellent offerings and are pleased to present the best books of 2018 for middle grade readers.
Continue Reading: 10 Best Books of 2018 for Middle Grade Readers10 Best Mysteries and Thrillers of 2018
Posted 2 months ago by April S
Posted in eBooks and Audiobooks, Mysteries and Thrillers and New: Books and Movies | Tagged with best books of 2018, Best Books of the Year, notable books and reading recommendations
Fans of mysterious and thrilling reads will definitely enjoy these top picks of the year.
Continue Reading: 10 Best Mysteries and Thrillers of 2018Holiday-Themed Mysteries that are So Good You'll Want to Read Them Year-Round
Posted 3 months ago by April S
Posted in eBooks and Audiobooks, Mysteries and Thrillers and New: Books and Movies | Tagged with christmas mysteries, Christmas stories, cozy mysteries, Crime Fiction, detective fiction, holiday mystery novels, holidays, Murder - Investigation - Fiction, murder mysteries, mystery anthologies, mystery fiction, Suspense Fiction and women sleuths
'Tis the season for mysteries ... continue reading to find an extensive selection of holiday-themed mysteries.
Continue Reading: Holiday-Themed Mysteries that are So Good You'll Want to Read Them Year-Round9 Wonderfully Witty, Fast-Paced Funny Fiction Novels
Posted 3 months ago by April S
Posted in eBooks and Audiobooks, Fiction, Graphic Novels and Poetry, Mysteries and Thrillers, Romance and Science Fiction and Fantasy | Tagged with appeal, caper novels, character-driven, Crime Fiction, detectives, Domestic Fiction, engaging, family relationships, fast-paced, funny fiction, Historical Fiction, Humorous Fiction, likable, Love Stories, murder mysteries, offbeat, plot-driven, quirky, satirical fiction, Short Stories, snarky, suspense, Unconventional and witty
Fans of witty writing and fast-paced stories with humor sprinkled in will love these books.
Continue Reading: 9 Wonderfully Witty, Fast-Paced Funny Fiction Novels5 Tips for Writing Mysteries and Thrillers That Will Hook Readers from Start to Finish
Posted 3 months ago by April S
Posted in eBooks and Audiobooks, Mysteries and Thrillers, Nonfiction and Writing and Publishing | Tagged with authors , authorship, biographies, creative writing, Detective and mystery stories, literary figures, mystery, NaNoWriMo, National Novel Writing Month, plot, suspense, writers, writing, writing skills and writing tips
From plot twists to character development to psychological tension - explore ways to hook the reader and keep their attention from start to finish.
Continue Reading: 5 Tips for Writing Mysteries and Thrillers That Will Hook Readers from Start to FinishFast-Paced and Upbeat Novels to Perk Up Your Day
Posted 4 months ago by April S
Posted in eBooks and Audiobooks, Fiction, Graphic Novels and Poetry, Mysteries and Thrillers and Romance | Tagged with books to read, cozy mysteries, fast-paced, friendship, fun, Humorous Fiction, life changes, Love Stories, Readers' Advisory and upbeat
Faced-paced, fun and upbeat novels to brighten your day.
Continue Reading: Fast-Paced and Upbeat Novels to Perk Up Your Day10 Scary and Suspenseful Movies without all the Gore
Posted 4 months ago by April S
Posted in Movies and Music and Mysteries and Thrillers | Tagged with creepy movies, dystopian, Ghost Stories, Haunted Houses, Horror, horror films, scary movies, supernatural horror, suspense and Thrillers
Scary, suspenseful flicks that may give you nightmares.
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