Articles related to "Mystery Writer"

Agatha Christie, born in 1890, wrote 80 mystery novels and numerous plays and short stories. Her works have sold over two billion copies in 45 languages.

Janet Evanovich is a contemporary American mystery writer, best known for her "Stephanie Plum" series of detective novels. She is the author of 21 mystery books.

Kathryn Wall writes about the history and tradition of coastal South Carolina like a true native - great writing for a resident who is a former accountant from Ohio!

The Mystery Writers of America is the leading association for crime writers in the United States, but there are worldwide organizations too. Here's a look at some.

Not all authors who write about Great Britain are actually British. These three "Great Pretenders" would fool even the most discerning reader.

To create a convincing crime scene, a writer must know the basics of how a crime scene is constructed and evidence such as fingerprints and DNA is collected.

Science is ruining quite a few good mystery plots. With DNA and other new developments, how can a writer keep forensics from foiling their mystery?

Still searching for what to get that aspiring -- or sucessful -- mystery writer on your gift list? Consider one of these last minute gift ideas for mystery novelists.

John Grisham's rise from small-town lawyer to best-selling author seems on the surface a Cinderella story, but it's more a tale of dedication and hard work than luck.

British Mystery author Robert Goddard's thrillers keep readers enthralled. His suspenses have been compared to Daphne Du Maurier, John Le Carre, and Barbara Vine.

No writer has come to epitomize the modern forensic novel like Patricia Cornwell and her tough, but loveable medical examiner, Kay Scarpetta.

Mary Higgins-Clark has earned the title of America's Queen of Suspense. Her books are world-wide bestsellers, selling over 85 million copies in the United States.

These magazines are open to submissions from new or experienced mystery writers, and offer payment for publication.

Writing a novel requires an idea, the right words, and something extra. Mystery writer Beverle Graves Myers shares her writing secrets, from idea to execution.

Writing a novel requires more than an idea and the right words. Mystery writer Mary Anna Evans shares the secrets of her approach to writing, from idea to execution.

Writing a novel requires more than finding the right words. Mystery writer Kathleen Delaney shares the secrets of her approach to writing, from idea to execution.

Raymond Chandler created hard-boiled detective novels while beset with episodic bouts of drunkenness that affected his lifestyle and personal relationships.

"At Some Disputed Barricade" is the fourth book of Anne Perry's historical World War I series. The murder mystery unfolds with an intriguing cast of characters.

Nathan Fillion stars in this detective series, with a twist. He's not a detective. He's a novelist.

George Shuman has been a police detective and a resort executive, but his favorite career is spinning tales in the Sherry Moore mystery series.

Writing the book is only half the battle. Finding the right publisher to submit your work can be as challenging as creating your work. It all starts with research.

To write a book and then sell it, writers need to develop high-quality writing skills. A good critique group can speed authors on the way to publication.

Joanne "Jo" Rowling has become a publishing phenomenon. In just ten short years, her Harry Potter books have made her the highest grossing writer in history.

James Patterson is the author of 41 novels (to date) and is one of the most prolific -- and successful -- writers in the mystery genre.

Torquay's festival to the Queen of Crime, Agatha Christie, world's best-selling mystery writer and creator of Miss Marple and Hercule Poirot, is held each September.

The holiday home of Agatha Christie, Greenway near Torquay, has been opened to the public by the National Trust to show the private life of the popular crime writer.

Writing a novel requires more than an idea and the right words. Mystery writer Ann Littlewood shares the secrets of her approach to writing, from idea to execution.

Writing a novel requires an idea, the right words, and something special. Mystery writer Betty Webb shares the secrets of her approach to writing, from idea to execution.

Writing a novel requires an idea, the right words, and something extra. Mystery writer Deborah Turrell Atkinson shares the secrets of her approach to writing.

Writing a novel requires an idea, the right words, and something extra. Mystery writer Donis Casey shares the secrets of her approach to writing, from idea to execution.

Writing a novel requires an idea, the right words, and something extra. Writer Elizabeth Zelvin shares the secrets of her approach to writing, from idea to execution.

Writing a novel requires an idea, the right words, and something extra. Mystery writer J.M.Hayes shares the secrets of his approach to writing, from idea to execution.

Writing a novel requires an idea, the right words, and something extra. Mystery writer Jane Tesh shares the secrets of her approach to writing, from idea to execution.

Writing a novel requires an idea, the right words, and something extra. Mystery writer Vicki Delany shares the secrets of her approach to writing, from idea to execution.

Writing a novel requires an idea, the right words, and something extra. Writer Vicki Lane shares the secrets of her approach to writing, from idea to execution.

Writing a novel requires an idea, the right words, and something extra. Writer Sheila Connolly, AKA Sarah Atwell shares the secrets of her approach to writing.

The Horror Writers Association is the world's largest horror writers organization, not the only one. Here is a partial list of societies dedicated to the horror genre.

Agatha Christie created two crime-solving sleuths as different as night and day, the self-proclaimed genius Hercule Poirot and elderly spinster aunt Miss Marple.

People looking for something a little different from their love stories will find mystery and thrillers as well as humor and memoirs in this selection of audiobooks.

Bay Tanner weaves together another tale of mystery and intrigue as she searches for the biological father of an ill child. The search leads to a family secret of her own.

Whether the author's preference is historical, erotic, fantasy, inspirational or modern day tales of love, the romance writer will find his niche here.

With a doctorate in Medieval Literature, experience as a classic rock band leader, and a writer of mystery novels, Peggy Ehrhart could be called Renaissance woman.

Thomas H. Cook's newest psychological mystery follows the same dark theme as many of his previous works, including The Cloud of Unknowing, Red Leaves, and Mortal Memory.

A review of Mid-Yorkshire CID's Fat Man and Peter Pascoe's latest mystery, in a series that started with A Clubbable Woman and has been made into a BBC television series.

As gifted kids' reading abilities surpass age-appropriate content, there are options for guiding them toward titles that will appeal to both readers and their parents.

Award-winning author of literary mysteries including Breakheart Hill, The Chatham School Affair, Red Leaves, and Master of the Delta.

Writing a novel requires an idea, the right words, and something extra. Writer Deb Baker shares the secrets of her approach to writing, from idea to execution.

Writing a novel requires an idea, the right words, and something extra. Writer Deborah Sharp shares the secrets of her approach to writing, from idea to execution.

Writing a novel requires an idea, the right words, and something extra. Mystery writer Jane Finnis shares the secrets of her approach to writing, from idea to execution.

Writing a novel requires an idea, the right words, and something extra. Mystery writer John McEvoy shares the secrets of his approach to writing, from idea to execution.