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Stories tagged with: suspense

15 Amusing Mysteries Designed to Entertain
Posted 4 months ago 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 5 months ago 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 5 months ago 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 6 months ago by April S
Supernatural-themed stories filled with creatures, ghosts and paranormal phenomena.
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10 Fantastic Sherlockian Novels
Posted 11 months ago 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 11 months ago 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 months ago 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 about 1 year ago 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 about 1 year ago 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 about 1 year ago 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 about 1 year ago 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 about 1 year ago 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 about 1 year ago 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 about 1 year ago by April S
Action packed spy stories for children and teens.
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Two Librarians, Too Many Books: Summer Reads
Posted about 1 year ago by Allison Fiscus
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 about 1 year ago 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 about 1 year ago 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 over 2 years ago by Claire F
Learn more about the gothic romance genre.
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All Things Sherlock
Posted over 3 years ago 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 over 3 years ago 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 over 3 years ago 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 over 3 years ago by April S
Suspenseful reads focusing on the devious depths of the human mind.
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Psychological Thrillers
Posted over 4 years ago 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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