Crime Fiction Blog: Reading Guides, Book Lists & Writing Craft
Reading guides, curated book lists, and writing-craft insight from Phillip Strang — author of 144 crime and thriller novels across 19 series. Explore recommendations by setting, detective, and sub-genre, and go behind the scenes on how crime fiction is built.
Best Biographical Fiction Novels of the Last Twenty Years: Captivating Stories of Historical Figures
Best Biographical Fiction Novels of the Last Twenty Years
The best biographical fiction blends historical accuracy with creative storytelling, bringing real historical figures to life through the imagination...
Best Cozy Mystery Novels of the Last Twenty Years
Cozy mysteries have charmed readers for decades with their blend of clever puzzles, delightful settings, and memorable characters. This beloved genre has...
Best Psychological Horror Novels of the Last Twenty Years
The world of psychological horror has evolved dramatically in recent decades. Unlike traditional horror that relies on monsters and gore, psychological...
Best Urban Fantasy Novels of the Last Twenty Years
Urban fantasy has exploded in popularity over the past two decades. This exciting genre blends magical elements with modern city settings, creating worlds...
Best Epic Fantasy Novels of the Last Twenty Years
Fantasy literature has evolved dramatically over the past two decades. The epic fantasy genre, in particular, has seen remarkable works that have redefined...
Best Dark Fantasy Novels of the Last Twenty Years
Dark fantasy combines elements of horror with traditional fantasy, creating worlds where shadows lurk behind every corner and morality exists in shades...
Best Space Opera Novels of the Last Twenty Years
With its sweeping interstellar conflicts, advanced technology, and complex characters, space opera has experienced a remarkable renaissance in the past...
Best Gothic Horror Novels of the Last Twenty Years
Gothic horror has experienced a remarkable renaissance over the past two decades, with contemporary authors breathing new life into this atmospheric and...