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1 month ago
Writing

The crime writer crime writers read': Garry Disher, author of 60 books and finding fame in his 70s

Garry Disher is a well-respected crime novelist who gained recognition after three decades of hard work.
Despite being influential and respected within the crime-writing community, Disher was not widely recognized until recently. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
4 months ago
Books

Where to start with: Wilkie Collins

Wilkie Collins is being celebrated on the 200th anniversary of his birth for his contributions to the mystery genre.
His most famous works, including The Moonstone and The Woman in White, have earned him international recognition.
British crime novelist Elly Griffiths recommends The Moonstone as a starting point for those new to Wilkie Collins's work. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
4 months ago
Books

Five years and 2m copies later, self-published author lands UK book deal

JM Dalgliesh went from being a stay-at-home father to a bestselling crime novelist through self-publishing.
Bookouture, a division of Hachette UK, has acquired four new thrillers by JM Dalgliesh. [ more ]
Slate Magazine
5 months ago
Books

One of the Best Living Crime Writers Explains Where Her Ideas Come From

Val McDermid is a prolific crime novelist known as the 'Quine of Crime'.
She discusses her ideas, choosing which series to work on, and incorporating Scottish slang in her books. [ more ]
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