Stories tagged with: suspense

Mysteries for Grades 4-5

Posted 02/09/21 by Heather W

Are you ready for some mysteries to keep you warm with anticipation this winter? Check out our list for some ideas on what to read!

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15 Amusing Mysteries Designed to Entertain

Posted 08/21/19 by April S

Books that are mysterious, suspenseful, amusing and engaging. The perfect mix of elements for a really enjoyable reading experience.

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12 Great Mysteries and Thrillers

Posted 07/23/19 by Marcia K

A variety of mysteries, suspense and thrillers to read anytime.

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10 Remarkably Intriguing Women Spies on the Big and Small Screen

Posted 06/30/19 by April S

Women take center stage in these thrilling spy movies and television programs.

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15 Absorbing and Enthralling Supernatural Mysteries and Thrillers

Posted 06/14/19 by April S

Supernatural-themed stories filled with creatures, ghosts and paranormal phenomena.

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10 Fantastic Sherlockian Novels

Posted 01/24/19 by April S

Fans of the television series Sherlock will love these modern stories featuring the infamous consulting detective Sherlock Holmes.

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25 Gripping Psychological Suspense Novels

Posted 12/31/18 by April S

Enthralling, suspenseful novels that will keep readers interested from start to finish.

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10 Best Books of 2018 for Middle Grade Readers

Posted 12/19/18 by Kathryn M

We have sifted through some excellent offerings and are pleased to present the best books of 2018 for middle grade readers.

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9 Wonderfully Witty, Fast-Paced Funny Fiction Novels

Posted 11/26/18 by April S

Fans of witty writing and fast-paced stories with humor sprinkled in will love these books.

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5 Tips for Writing Mysteries and Thrillers That Will Hook Readers from Start to Finish

Posted 11/13/18 by April S

From plot twists to character development to psychological tension - explore ways to hook the reader and keep their attention from start to finish.

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Tales and Treats: 13 Podcasts to Delight and Terrify this Halloween Season

Posted 10/15/18 by Juliette H

Spooky, haunting horror tales, from podcasts recommendations to audiobooks, we have you covered this Halloween season and beyond.

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10 Scary and Suspenseful Movies without all the Gore

Posted 10/11/18 by April S

Scary, suspenseful flicks that may give you nightmares.

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5 Funny Fiction Novels Chock Full of Farce and Satire

Posted 09/10/18 by April S

Stories that are sure to tickle your funny bone.

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10 Genuinely Funny Funny Fiction Books You're Sure to Love

Posted 08/27/18 by April S

An eclectic mix of humorous books that are endlessly entertaining and quirky that will make you laugh out loud.

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Spy Fiction for Children and Teens

Posted 08/21/18 by April S

Action packed spy stories for children and teens.

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Two Librarians, Too Many Books: Summer Reads

Posted 07/17/18 by Allison F

We're back! This time, we're obsessing over what we consider the best "summer reads" around. Read on for our lightly-edited-for-clarity conversation about what titles we think you should plop down on a beach with or stay safely-contained within your air-conditioned home with. We don't judge.

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The Thrill is Not Gone

Posted 07/11/18 by Cindy V

Suspenseful reads guaranteed to keep you on the edge of your seat.

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Books for Fans of the TV Series The Americans

Posted 04/30/18 by April S

Explore spy novels filled with action, intrigue and compelling storylines.

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A Glimpse of Genre: The Gothic Romance

Posted 10/31/17 by Claire F

Learn more about the gothic romance genre.

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All Things Sherlock

Posted 12/22/16 by April S

Sherlock Holmes is one of the most famous detectives of all-time. Explore this blog post to learn more about the history and works inspired by the infamous character created by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle.

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Sleuthing with an International Flair

Posted 11/07/16 by Amy H

A great way to armchair travel and get lost in a great thriller is to pick up a mystery novel featuring detectives from other countries.

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I Want It Black

Posted 10/10/16 by Jennifer D

All of us have a darker side that we must answer to, and sometimes it comes through in our need for a good dastardly read. So, if you’re tired of bubble gum and happy endings, read on for a few reads that will further darken that inky place you may need to exhume.

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Psychological Suspense: Genre Characteristics

Posted 09/26/16 by April S

Suspenseful reads focusing on the devious depths of the human mind.

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Psychological Thrillers

Posted 05/09/16 by April S

Looking for an edge of your seat, nail-biting good read? Check out this blog post to explore the addicting nature of Psychological Thrillers.

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