The classic mystery and crime story began with the famous The Murders in the Rue Morgue by Edgar Allan Poe. Read this interesting account to find out who else was instrumental for this enduring and popular genre.

Award-winning detective novelist, Tony Hillerman, is best known for his Navajo Tribal Police series starring Joe Leaphorn and Jim Chee. Here is Tony's story.

Nancy Drew mystery stories have thrilled children and teens for decades. Here is an historical overview of this phenomenal series.

A renowned collection of mystery stories, the Ellery Queen Mystery Magazine was established in 1942. Here is a brief history of the popular magazine and the clever detective on whom the original books were based.

Award winning author Sue Grafton's latest mystery landed on the bestseller list. Read a quick blurb, plus personal information about PI Kinsey Millhone.

Enjoy serial mysteries? This herbal theme series is a joy to read.

Donald Westlake was one of the most prolific writers of our time, writing under several pseudonyms including Richard Stark and Samuel Holt. While he was known for his early hard-boiled criminal novels, he also created the comedic mystery niche.