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Nineteenth century writer Georges Polti proposed that there are only thirty-six dramatic situations for a story. He came to this conclusion by studying classic Greek plays as well as his contemporary literature. His plot descriptions are both useful and entertaining. “Crime Pursued by Vengeance” is a personal favorite, but you might prefer “Slaying of a Kinsman Unrecognized” or “Conflict with a God.” It’s worth noting that “Adultery” and “Murderous Adultery” are two different categories.

8 Classic Retellings for Crime Fiction Fans

With these crazy hot temperatures, crime increases. So, stay home, grab a frosé and lounge chair by the pool or a coffee drink and couch in the AC, and “increase” your crime the safe way with a delicious queer mystery or thriller. In this round-up, Queer Crime Writers* is scooping up several novels published earlier this summer, from A.I.-inspired storylines to cold cases to queer crime families to murders inspired by the Salem Witch trials. On the horizon, expect a new twisted gothic from John Fram and another Charleston, West Virginia-based crime procedural from Eliot Parker. Finally, don’t miss two complex and well-researched true crime books by authors Greg Lily and James Polchin.

LGBTQIA+ Crime Fiction Late Summer Reads

George R.R. Martin is perhaps the preeminent titan of contemporary fantasy. His A Song of Ice and Fire books captured the world's imagination like nothing since the heyday of Harry Potter. Despite the lackluster conclusion to the Game of Thrones show, House of the Dragon is still very popular, and HBO is currently developing a host of spinoffs. People can't get enough of Martin's grittier, bloodier, more morally gray take on the genre's beloved tropes.

The 10 Best George R.R. Martin Books, Ranked According to GoodReads

Discover which books you should add to your reading list that are being published in August 2024!. This month is full of must read new releases! You’ll find new novels from iconic authors like Jodi Picoult and Liane Moriarty. Plus, a new thriller from airplane expert T.J. Newman and romances I can’t wait to read!

Must Read New Books By Genre: August 2024

The Week

The author recommends works by Patricia Lockwood, Gillian Flynn, and more

Laura van den Berg's 6 favorite books with hidden secrets

Woman's World

From romance to thriller to women's fiction and more, these books will be hard to put down.

10 Must-Read Backlist Books From Authors With New Releases in 2024

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Stephen King teased the continuation of one of his book series last year... so how is the new sequel coming along?

Stephen King Provides An Update About A Long Awaited End To One Of His Best Book Series

In 1969, Mario Puzo's best-selling novel, The Godfather, took the literary world by storm and changed the public's view of organized crime forever. Shortly after the book's release, it was picked up by Paramount Pictures and adapted into one of the greatest movies of all time, revitalizing the classic gangster genre for a new generation. The Godfather has been regarded as Francis Ford Coppola's masterpiece, followed by one of if not the best sequel films in history, The Godfather: Part II. Both the book and the films are exceptional and while it's hard to include everything from the novel into its film adaptation, some things should have stayed true to the original.

The 10 Worst Changes 'The Godfather' Movies Made From the Novels, Ranked

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From Don Winslow to Tana French (and Princess Di!), we’ve got them all.

The 29 Best Mystery, Thriller and True Crime Books of 2024…so Far

This week’s list of the most read books on Goodreads has shifted dramatically from last week! Get ready for a whole new batch of titles you’ve never heard of! I’m kidding. It’s identical, except two books have swapped spots. But which two?? You’ll have to read on to find out!

The Most Read Books on Goodreads This Week

Another week, another batch of books for your TBR pile. Happy reading, folks. “[N]erve-shredding . . . Mejia maintains breathless suspense as she fleshes out the combative dynamic between her captivating leads. For crime fiction fans, it’s a must-read.”. –Publishers Weekly. Jonathan Kellerman, Jesse Kellerman, The Lost Coast. (Ballantine)

10 New Books Coming Out This Week

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Yesterday was the third time this year that an ad stating Chelsea Clinton lives in a beautiful Virginia home popped up on my laptop. My computer did not warn me this was a dangerous site, so this time, I clicked on the link.

Chelsea Clinton is rumored to be living in Virginia but probably still in NYC

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Actor Buddy Ebsen, who died at age 95 in 2003, found fame by starring in two of the most popular classic television shows in history: The Beverly Hillbillies (CBS, 1962 to 1971) and Barnaby Jones (CBS, 1973 to 1980). On the Hillbillies, he played former Tennessee country mountain-folk-turned-wealthy Beverly Hills resident Jed Clampett. On Barnaby Jones, he was one of TV's most senior, slyest, health-conscious detectives. Ebsen, however, almost became even more famous for a certain big-screen classic film in which he ultimately did not appear.

'Beverly Hillbillies" Actor Buddy Ebsen Was "Bitter" about not playing the Tin Man in 'Wizard of Oz'

[Note: Unless otherwise indicated, the commentary and quotes in this article are from interviews the author conducted with those individuals mentioned.]. This year marks the 60th Anniversary of the classic TV show Bewitched, which originally aired on ABC from 1964 to 1972. The show remains popular in reruns, and will soon be released in a special Blu-ray edition to mark the anniversary.

Dick York ("Darrin #1") Would Have Stayed on 'Bewitched' Had He'd Been Given More Time To "Rest up"

The art of adapting a beloved book into a feature film is a challenging endeavor that almost always sparks debate among fans and critics alike. But while some adaptations fail to capture the essence of their source material, there have also been those that manage to complement and sometimes even enhance their inspirations, creating memorable films that build off of what made their literary counterparts great in the first place. From timeless classic novels to modern masterpieces, these adaptations have successfully translated the magic of the written word onto the silver screen, proving that sometimes movies can be just as good as the books that inspired them.

10 Movies That Are Just as Good as the Book

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Known for her complex, chilling crime thrillers, bestselling author Karin Slaughter has sold more than 40 million books worldwide and many of her novels have been adapted into hit TV shows, from Netflix’s ‘Pieces of Her’ starring Toni Collette to ABC’s ‘Will Trent.’ Slaughter’s forthcoming novel, This is Why We Lied, out August 20th, is ...

Bestselling Author Karin Slaughter Dishes on New Will Trent Book ‘This is Why We Lied’ (EXCLUSIVE)

Bright Young Women is the story about two women from opposite sides of the country who become sisters in their fervent pursuit of the truth. It proposes a new narrative inspired by evidence that’s been glossed over for decades in favor of more salable headlines—that the so-called brilliant and charismatic serial killer from Seattle was far more average than countless books, movies and primetime specials have led us to believe, and that it was the women whose lives he cut short who were the exceptional ones.

8 Mysteries and Thrillers About Our Obsession with Serial Killers and True Crime

Dive into unknowable terrors of the woods with Lovely, Dark, and Deep for a harrowing experience. The horror movie follows Lennon's journey from plucky to terrified protagonist in a nightmarish forest. Georgine Campbell shines in this heightened horror, bringing eerie normalcy and fear to life. Vast and isolated settings of...

This Unnerving Horror Movie Twists Reality Into a Mind-Bending, Lovecraftian Head Trip

Most people love Science Fiction, but not everyone has the time or even head space to digest the regularly huge Sci-Fi novel. That’s fine, and luckily far from the only way to consume mind-expanding Sci-Fi! On top of great video games that’ll let you live and breathe Sci-Fi, you...

Best Sci-Fi short stories of all time

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The Princess Bride is a cult favorite amongst romance lovers. The 1987 fantasy adventure film is based on the 1973 novel by William Goldman. Die-hard fans can recite some of the most iconic Princess Bride movie quotes, like these prime examples. The movie stars iconic names like Cary Elwes, Mandy...

5 Most Iconic Princess Bride Movie Quotes

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Why the Epistolary Format Works So Well in Crime Fiction

Need to breathe a little life into the bloated corpse of your narrative? Looking for a new, downwind angle from which to approach its fetid stench?...

Why the Epistolary Format Works So Well in Crime Fiction

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