Monthly Archives: September 2025

The Essential Sidekick (by G.M. Malliet)

From Dr. Watson to Captain Hastings, the iconic “sidekicks” of mystery fiction have always held a special place in fans’ imaginations. In this special post, G.M. Malliet discusses the literary function of these sidekicks in history as well as her … Continue reading

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The Anthropologist and the Mystery Writer: Killing Cats (in Fiction) as a Creative Act (by Sue Parman)

Anthropologist Sue Parman returns to our blog with a fascinating essay exploring the peculiar relationship between cats in mystery fiction human psychology. Don’t miss Sue’s latest story “The Book of Dead Cats” in our September/October issue, on sale now! Many … Continue reading

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