Every Thriller Reader Needs an Amateur Detective Starter Kit

Before I was a mystery reader, I was a Honey West fan. Between her pet tiger, signature beauty mark, and crime-solving adventures, she convinced me that detective work looked like a lot of fun. In honor of every thriller reader who's ever been absolutely certain they knew who the killer was, here's my completely unofficial starter kit for solving a murder—without actually solving a murder.

How V.E. Schwab Sent Me Down a Literary Rabbit Hole

A fascinating collaboration between Cat Clarke and V.E. Schwab caught my attention for one simple reason: I'm currently unable to put down The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue. Here's how one unforgettable novel sent me searching for my next great read.

7 Things Every Thriller Reader Secretly Owns

Somewhere between “just one more chapter” and emotional attachment to a suspiciously orthopedic couch pillow, thriller reading stops being a hobby and becomes a lifestyle. These are the seven signs you’ve officially crossed over into full-blown Bookaholic territory — sleep deprivation, emotional-support tumblers, and all.