Crime

You’ll study the nature of crime in these courses.

1. The Meaning of Crime: Find out exactly what crime is with the help of this course. [Open U]
2. Aims and Limits of the Criminal Law: Take this course to learn more about criminal law. [Berkeley]
3. Trials in History: Study famous trials in history through this course. [MIT]
4. Crime, Heredity and Insanity in American History: This course will teach you about crime and insanity throughout history. [ND]

DNA

Take these courses to learn all about DNA.

5. Genomic Medicine: This course reviews key genomic technologies. [MIT]
6. Molecular Biology and Genetics in Modern Medicine: You’ll get a foundation in molecular biology, genetics, and more from this course. [MIT]
7. Fundamental Biology & Genetics of Forensic DNA Testing: This course gives an examination of biological and genetic principles in forensic DNA testing. [FTN]
8. Genomics and Computational Biology: Take this course to learn about genomic biological networks. [MIT]
9. Forensic DNA Testing Basics: You’ll learn about the function DNA plays in forensic science from this course. [FTN]
10. Cognitive & Behavioral Genetics: Check out this course, and you’ll see how genetics can add to our understanding of cognition and behavior. [MIT]
11. DNA Fingerprinting, Genetics and Crime: This course covers DNA testing and the courtroom. [Michigan]
12. Genetics: You will learn about the application of genetic principles in this course. [Tufts]
13. Forensic DNA Testing Markers and Methods: Study genetic markers and DNA testing methods used in forensic science through this course. [FTN]
14. RNA Interference: This course teaches about using RNA interference for genetic analysis and therapeutics. [MIT]
15. Quantitative Genomics: Get a foundation in genomics from this course. [MIT]
16. Forensic DNA Testing Markers and Methods: Follow this course to study forensic DNA testing markers and methods. [FTN]

Science & Technology

Learn about anatomy, chemistry, and other tools you’ll need in the CSI field from these courses.

17. Introduction to Experimental Chemistry: You’ll study chemical phenomena in this course. [MIT]
18. General Chemistry: Find the study of chemical reactions and more in this course. [Berkeley]
19. Advanced Topics in Cryptography: This course will give you an advanced study in cryptography. [MIT]
20. General Chemistry: Find concept development studies in general chemistry through this course. [Rice]
21. Materials Science and Engineering: See how engineers play a part in forensic testimony. [MIT]
22. Organic Chemistry: Study this course for fundamental concepts in organic chemistry. [UCI]
23. Cryptography and Cryptanalysis: In this course, you’ll find a rigorous introduction to modern cryptography. [MIT]
24. Chemistry: Find a virtual chemistry lab and more in this course. [CMU]
25. Science in the Courtroom: Learn about science in the courtroom from this course. [Carleton]
26. Selected Topics in Cryptography: Check out this course to study a variety of topics in cryptography. [MIT]
27. Anatomy and Physiology: Check out this course for a study in anatomy and physiology. [WGU]
28. Human Growth and Development: Learn about the growth and development of humans from this course. [Tufts]
29. Biological Evidence Screening and Serology: Check out this course about biological evidence. [FTN]
30. Modern Biology: Find topics in the fields of biology, biochemistry, genetics, and beyond with this course. [CMU]
31. Analysis of Biological Networks: Take this course to analyze biological networks. [MIT]
32. General Biology: General Biology offers a course stressing the principles of biology. [UMB]
33. General Human Anatomy: Check out this course to learn about human anatomy. [Berkeley]
34. Histology: Through Histology, you will study microscopic anatomy. [Tufts]
35. Biochemical Engineering: Check out this course that studies the application of biology in engineering principles. [USU]
36. Anatomy and Physiology Part II: Find even more learning in anatomy and physiology with this course. [WGU]
37. Graduate Biochemistry: This course discusses the tools and analytical methods of biochemists. [MIT]
38. Reading the Blueprint of Life: In this course, you’ll find a study of transcription, stem cells, and differentiation. [MIT]
39. General Biology: Take General Biology for an introduction to cell structure, function, and beyond. [Berkeley]
40. Forensic Biology and Impression Evidence: Follow this course to explore the science of forensic biology. [Kaplan]
41. Quantitative Physiology: Study organ transport systems in this course. [MIT]

Psychology

Get into the head of victims and criminals with the help of these psychology courses.

42. Human Emotion: In this course, you’ll get insight into how human emotion works. [Berkeley]
43. Clinical Psychology: Clinical Psychology works to explain psychological dysfunction. [Berkeley]
44. Introduction to Psychology: Take this course to answer questions about human behavior and mental life. [MIT]
45. Neuroscience and Behavior: Neuroscience and Behavior studies the impact of neuroscience on behavior. [MIT]
46. Introduction to Psychology: Professor Paul Bloom’s course will give you a general look into psychology. [Yale]
47. General Psychology: Learn about general psychology through this course. [Berkeley]
48. Starting with Psychology: Starting with Psychology will help you understand why people feel, think, and behave the way they do. [Open U]

Death

As a crime scene investigator, your job will require you to confront death. These courses can help you better understand it.

49. Death: Professor Shelly Kagan discusses the philosophy of death in this course. [Yale]
50. Living with Death and Dying: Check out this course to see how you can live with death and dying. [Open U]

Mystery and Crime Classics

Crime books have been around for a long time, and this list features some of the best.

1. The Hound of the Baskervilles by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle. One of the most popular of the Sherlock Holmes mysteries, this one takes the case to the English countryside.
2. Murder on the Orient Express by Agatha Christie. This classic mystery takes place on a train where a murder is committed during the night. The conclusion has that trademark Agatha Christie twist.
3. Crime and Punishment by Fyodor Dostoevsky. Considered one of the earliest and greatest crime novels, read this one if you haven’t already.
4. The Secret Agent by Joseph Conrad. Anarchy and espionage in the streets of London are at the heart of this classic crime tale.
5. The Murders in the Rue Morgue by Edgar Allan Poe. Poe’s detective, Auguste Dupin, solves murders in these three tales that are as captivating today as when they were written over 150 years ago.
6. The Three Coffins by John Dickson Carr. This "locked-room" mystery is a classic worth tracking down.
7. To Kill a Mockingbird by Harper Lee. This classic book explores race issues in the American south.
8. The Woman in White by Wilke Collins. An art teacher smitten by one of his students uncovers a scheme that puts the student in danger. He and her sister head out to rescue her and stumble upon a mysterious woman in white.
9. The Innocence of Father Brown by GK Chesterton. The Catholic priest at the heart of this story, Father Brown, has an uncanny ability to see through situations to solve what the professionals cannot.
10. Rebecca by Daphne DuMaurier. A young bride arrives at her husband’s coastal home only to discover that the husband is haunted by the death of his first wife, Rebecca.

True Crime

These books tell the chilling tales of some of the most horrific true crimes.

11. In Cold Blood by Truman Capote. This landmark true crime story details the senseless killing of the Clutter family and the story behind the two men who committed the murders.
12. Green River, Running Red by Ann Rule. Learn about the serial killer known as the Green River Killer, considered one of the most prolific killers in America.
13. Serpico by Peter Maas. Frank Serpico was a New York City policeman who wouldn’t play the game of corruption within the system, so he fought back.
14. Fatal Vision by Joe McGinniss. McGinniss tells the story of the murder of Former Green Beret Dr. Jeffrey MacDonald’s pregnant wife and two daughters. Started as a project to prove MacDonald’s innocence, McGinniss came to believe in his guilt, as did the court system, that eventually sent him to prison for the crimes.
15. Crime of the Century: The Lindbergh Kidnapping Hoax by Gregory Ahlgren and Stephen Monier. This book takes a look at the circumstances surrounding the infamous Lindbergh kidnapping hoax and death of the boy.
16. The Lives and Times of Bonnie and Clyde by ER Milner. Find out about this infamous couple and their crime spree in the early 20th century.
17. Mindhunter: Inside the FBI’s Elite Serial Crime Unit by John Douglas and Mark Olshaker. Take a look at the elite group of crime solvers for the FBI that specializes in understanding the mind of serial killers.
18. Helter Skelter by Vincent Bugliosi and Curt Gentry. Take a look at the disturbed vision of Charles Manson that drove a group of middle-class young people to commit a violent massacre.
19. The Night Stalker: The Life and Crimes of Richard Ramirez by Philip Carlo. Read about the account of Richard Ramirez’s serial killing that held Los Angeles in terror in this chilling book.
20. Donnie Brasco: My Undercover Life in the Mafia by Joseph D Pistone. FBI agent Joe Pistone details his 6 years working undercover in the Mafia in this captivating memoir.
21. The Onion Field by Joseph Wambaugh. This haunting true story is about two policemen who pull over two men in a traffic stop, only to find themselves at the wrong end of their own guns.

Spies and Espionage

Here are some of the best books featuring spies and the work that they do.

22. The Spy Who Came in from the Cold by John le Carre. Drawing on his own experience as a British intelligence officer, John le Carre spins a riveting tale of an agent who wants to leave the business.
23. From Russia with Love by Ian Fleming. This James Bond novel is, by many accounts, one of Fleming’s finest.
24. Our Man in Havana by Graham Greene. Part spy novel, part comedy, this story is set in Cuba and revolves around a spy who isn’t really spying on anything.
25. The Day of the Jackal by Frederick Forsyth. The Jackal is a hired political killer so secret no one can trace him. Can he be stopped before killing the president of France?
26. The Manchurian Candidate by Richard Condon. Brainwashing and political intrigue feature in this book that has been made into two movies by the same name.
27. Eye of the Needle by Ken Follett. Espionage and romance meet in this popular book by Ken Follett.
28. A Coffin for Dimitrios by Eric Ambler. A mystery writer on vacation in Istanbul becomes embroiled in a complex situation involving espionage, assassination, and drugs.
29. The Miernik Dossier by Charles McCarry. This is the first in a series of stories about CIA agent Paul Christopher and features spies, a princess, scientist, and travel.
30. Berlin Game by Len Deighton. Set in the Cold War, a valued British spy living in East Berlin wants to defect to the West in this suspenseful tale.
31. The Great Impersonation by Edward Phillips Oppenheim. This spy novel is a page-turner that will keep you going to the very last chapter.
32. The Hunt for Red October by Tom Clancy. Cold War espionage drives this suspenseful story about a secret Russian nuclear submarine that is on the move.
33. Six Days of the Condor by James Grady. When a spy novel-loving CIA operative finds himself wrapped up in a situation worthy of his fictional accounts, he must work quickly to solve the mystery in order to save himself.

Mysteries

From symbols to horse racing to cold cases, these stories all have a mystery to solve.

34. Proof by Dick Francis. As with most of Francis’ mysteries, this one is set against the backdrop of horse racing, but also delves into the world of wine and liquor tampering in what is considered by many to be one of the best of Francis’ many bestsellers.
35. The Da Vinci Code by Dan Brown. Symbologist Robert Langdon must solve the mystery surrounding the death of a high-ranking official in an ancient secret society in this popular novel.
36. The Ritual Bath by Faye Kellerman. This book is the first of a popular series featuring detective Peter Decker, this one taking him into a yeshiva to solve a murder.
37. And Then There Were None by Agatha Christie. Ten strangers are mysteriously invited to an island for a weekend where they begin to die, one by one.
38. Catch Me: Kill Me by William Hallahan. This story of a kidnapped Russian poet and a missing nuclear scientist will keep you guessing right up to the very end in this 1978 winner of the Edgar Allan Poe Award.
39. Peregrine by William Bayer. A peregrine falcon is used as a murder weapon in this award-winning story.
40. Postmortem by Patricia Cornwell. The first of the popular Kay Scarpetta mysteries, Postmortem tells of a chief medical examiner who uses her CSI-like skills to solve the case of a serial killer.
41. The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo by Stieg Larsson. A financial journalist who must redeem himself by solving a 40 year-old case joins forces with a brilliant, street-wise young woman in this captivating tale.
42. The Nine Tailors by Dorothy L Sayers. Murder, jewel theft, and church bells all figure prominently in this beloved detective novel.
43. Bones by Jan Burke. Journalist Irene Kelly helps solve the mystery of a serial killer in this seventh of a series written by Burke.

Police and Detective Stories

Police procedural stories and detective stories are featured in the following list.

44. Gorky Park by Martin Cruz Smith. A Russian homicide inspector must solve the murders of three men found in a Moscow amusement center in this page-turner.
45. The First Deadly Sin by Lawrence Sanders. The outstanding characterization and the engaging plot make this detective story a must-read.
46. The Steam Pig by James McClure. A mix-up uncovers a murder thought to be a death of natural causes and sends a South African policeman on the trail of the killer.
47. Last Seen Wearing… by Hillary Waugh. The disappearance of a college co-ed sets the police out to discover the details of what turns out to be a murder in this story based on a true incident.
48. In the Heat of the Night by John Ball. A black man is wrongfully arrested for a murder in a small southern town, but is brought in to help solve the case when the police discover he is a skilled detective.
49. Shroud for a Nightingale by PD James. Adam Dalgliesh from Scotland Yard is put on the case of murders at a nursing school with a long history of violence.
50. The Laughing Policeman by Maj Sjöwall and Per Wahlöö. Investigator Martin Beck is working to solve the case of a massacre on a city bus in Stockholm which turns out to be tied to a detective in Beck’s squad.
51. Because of the Cats by Nicolas Freeling. Set in Amsterdam, this story features Chief Inspector Van der Valk who must put a stop to a remarkably talented group of teenage criminals.
52. Inspector Ghote Breaks an Egg by HRF Keating. Inspector Ghote must solve a 15 year-old crime in this story set in rural India.
53. Small Crimes by Dave Zeltserman. A corrupt policeman who is trying to clean up his act finds himself in a situation that leaves little hope for reform.

Legal Thrillers

From the courtroom to the inner workings of law firms, these are some of the best legal thrillers.

54. A Time to Kill by John Grisham. This first novel by the master or legal thrillers recounts the story of a young lawyer defending a black Vietnam veteran accused of killing the white, drug-addicted rapist of his daughter.
55. The Firm by John Grisham. Another great legal thriller comes from Grisham, this one delving into the illegal workings of a law firm that takes over its employees’ lives with horrible consequences.
56. Presumed Innocent by Scott Turow. Murder, corruption, and a look inside the legal world drive this captivating story.
57. Degree of Guilt by Richard North Patterson. Explore the ethics lawyers face in this page-turning novel.
58. Compelling Evidence by Steve Martini. Murder, gripping trial scenes, love and infidelity, and politics all feature in this legal thriller.
59. Special Circumstances by Sheldon Siegel. Mike Dailey is an ex-priest and a lawyer who has been fired from a top law firm in this legal thriller that marks Siegel’s debut in the genre.
60. Primal Fear by William Diehl. In what seems to be an open-and-shut case, a savvy defense attorney digs for the truth about a brutal murder.
61. Hear No Evil by James Grippando. One of the Jack Swyteck series, this novel details an intense criminal trial that Jack has taken on at the risk of a personal loss.
62. The Seven Minutes by Irving Wallace. Acclaimed for its realistic court scenes, this book details a trial in which a defense attorney works to clear a book at question that has supposedly contributed to the violent rape of a woman.
63. The Last Innocent Man by Phillip Margolin. The trial of an innocent man accused of raping and killing a prostitute who was actually an undercover policewoman is at the heart of this gripping novel.

Hard-Boiled Fiction

Also frequently referred to as pulp fiction, this genre represents some of the major crime writers of the 20th century.

64. The Adventures of Satan Hall by Carroll John Daly. Daly is recognized as the first hard-boiled fiction writer and this story features the renegade detective, Satan Hall, who became the basis for many other similar characters, including Dirty Harry.
65. The Big Sleep by Raymond Chandler. Considered the best of Chandler’s books, The Big Sleep explores the blackmail of a wealthy family through a complex plot. This book was made into a popular movie by the same name starring Humphrey Bogart and Lauren Bacall.
66. The Maltese Falcon by Dashiell Hammett. Hammett is one of the most popular authors from this genre and his story of the hunt for the Maltese falcon ranks among one of the greatest.
67. Double Indemnity by James M Cain. Insurance agent Walter Huff allows himself to get dragged into a murder in this classic crime novel that was later made into at least two different movie versions.
68. The Case of the Velvet Claws by Earl Stanley Gardner. This is the first in a series of over 80 novels by Gardner that revolves around the character of Perry Mason. This first novel is definitely worth a read if your image of Perry Mason is that of an ethically-upstanding lawyer.
69. I, the Jury by Mickey Spillane. This novel by Spillane introduced Detective Mike Hammer in a series of novels that were more full of sex and violence than most crime novels of its time.
70. The Executioners by John D MacDonald. Before MacDonald went on to create his popular Travis McGee character, he first wrote a captivating novel called The Executioners that tells the story of Max Cady, a man released from prison who is determined to stalk and terrorize the witness who sent him to jail. The novel was later made into the movie Cape Fear.
71. The Moving Target by Ross Macdonald. Macdonald introduced Lew Archer, who later became a popular fiction detective, in this first of a series of 18 books featuring Lew Archer.
72. A Rage in Harlem by Chester Himes. One of the few black detective writers of his time, Himes wrote riveting novels with memorable characters such as Gravedigger Jones and Coffin Ed. A Rage in Harlem was the first of these detective novels and provides an complex plot with rich characters.
73. "A" is for Alibi by Sue Grafton. While Grafton is the only modern writer from this list, her work is heavily influenced by several of the heavy-hitters from hard-boiled fiction. Her alphabet series has gained quite a following and was started with this novel, "A" is for Alibi, featuring a female detective.

Suspense and Psychological Thrillers

These suspense and psychological thrillers are sure to leave you sitting on the edge of your seat.

74. Silence of the Lambs by Thomas Harris. This novel was made into the now-famous movie by the same name, but don’t rely on your viewing of the movie to substitute for this psychological thriller that will have you hanging on every page.
75. Intent to Kill by James Grippando. Baseball, murder, intrigue, law, politics, and a mystery to solve all feature in this gripping tale.
76. Shutter Island by Dennis Lehane. The investigation at a prison for the criminally insane has even the sanest questioning their grip on reality.
77. The Talented Mr. Ripley by Patricia Highsmith. This novel deftly maneuvers the reader into a place of empathy for a charming sociopath.
78. Self-Defense by Jonathan Kellerman. One of the many Alex Delaware novels Kellerman has written, this psychological thriller is full of layers and a surprising ending.
79. Misery by Stephen King. When an author wrecks his car during a snow storm, his "number one fan" finds him, brings him to her home to nurse him back to health, and reveals the inner darkness of her devotion to the author.
80. Land of the Living by Nicci French. A young woman awakens to find herself bound and hooded, with days of torture to follow. When she then reawakens, she is in a hospital where no one believes her story of capture and torture. Read this suspenseful thriller to find out how it turns out.
81. Where Are the Children? by Mary Higgins Clark. The first in a long line of suspense thrillers, this novel follows a woman, with a sketchy history of alleged murder, who seeks her kidnapped children.
82. Every Secret Thing by Laura Lipmann. Two 11 year-old girls are imprisoned for the death of a child. Seven years later, when the girls are released, another child is killed and the true circumstances of the first crime come under scrutiny.
83. Every Dead Thing by John Connolly. Follow this detective as he goes from New York to New Orleans tracking down a missing woman and struggling to find the killer who devastated his personal life.
84. A Kiss Before Dying by Ira Levin. Charming overachiever Bud Corliss will let nothing stand in his way to achieve the wealth he desires–including his pregnant girlfriend.
85. Coma by Robin Cook. Going to the hospital for surgery has never been as risky as it is in this novel.

Organized Crime

These novels all feature organized crime and range from the legendary to the modern-day story.

86. The Godfather by Mario Puzo. Perhaps one of the most famous crime novels, be sure to read this if you haven’t already.
87. Prizzi’s Honor by Richard Condon. Read this book to find out what happens when two Mafia assassins fall in love.
88. Gangster by Lorenzo Carcaterra. An orphan is taken in and groomed by a mob boss to eventually take over the business. Later in life, he is faced with the reality of a life chosen for him.
89. The First Rule by Robert Crais. Russian organized crime is at the heart of this second novel in the Joe Pike series.
90. Hot Springs by Stephen Hunter. Set in 1940s Arkansas, this story has the DA recruiting Earl Swagger to bring down the organized crime ring running the town.
91. The Last Don by Mario Puzo. Written 25 years after Puzo’s mega-hit The Godfather, The Last Don takes readers once again into the world of Mafia family business.
92. American Gangster by Max Allan Collins. In an unusual twist, this book was based on a movie instead of the other way around. Follow Frank Lucas as he works to take control of heroin distribution from the Mafia.
93. L.A. Times by Stuart Woods. Leaving the Mafia behind in New York, Vincente Michaele Callabrese changes his name, moves to LA, and makes in big in the movie industry–but just can’t leave the habits developed in his other life.
94. Vinnie’s Head. After accidentally fishing a head out of the river, a small-time criminal suddenly finds himself the target of the Mafia, bounty hunters, and the dead man’s girlfriend.
95. The Gang that Couldn’t Shoot Straight by Jimmy Breslin. This comedy portrays the Mafia in a less romantic view, but is as entertaining as the other versions.
96. Rain Gods: A Novel by James Lee Burke. Gang wars in South Texas are at the heart of this stunning novel.

Crime Capers

Don’t miss these novels that are all about planning and executing a crime for big financial gain.

97. The Taking of Pelham One Two Three by John Godey. Four men hijack a subway train in an effort to get $1 million in this suspenseful caper novel.
98. The Great Train Robbery by Michael Crichton. Read about the planning and execution of a train robbery in Victorian-era England.
99. The Asphalt Jungle by WR Burnett. One of the first crime caper novels, this one explores the planning and execution of a jewelry heist and the interplay between the ambitious gangsters.
100. The Hot Rock by Donald E Westlake. John Dortmunder is commissioned to steal a famed emerald, but the task proves more difficult than expected.

Crime Books

Learn more about books that fall into the crime and detective genre from these blogs.

1. It’s a Crime! (Or a Mystery…): This blog focuses on crime and thriller fiction from the UK with posts about new authors, literary events and more.
2. Crime Fiction Dossier: Visit this site to get some interesting reviews about crime books from David J. Montgomery, the thriller/mystery critic for The Daily Beast and the Chicago Sun-Times.
3. The Thrilling Detective Blog: Here you’ll find a site that is a great read for fans of thrillers and detective novels, written by the webmaster of one of the web’s biggest crime fiction sites.
4. Crime Down Under: Find out about the biggest and newest crime books coming out of Australia from this blog.
5. Detectives Beyond Borders: This site is a great place to find out about international crime fiction, both published by authors around the world and that takes place in far-flung regions.
6. Euro Crime: Learn more about British and European crime novels, TV, and movies from this blog.
7. Shots: The Crime and Thriller eZine: Give this blog a try to learn more about this great online magazine dedicated to British crime novels.
8. Nasty. Brutish. Short: This site is full of reviews of short stories for those who have a seriously short attention span.
9. Scandinavian Crime Fiction: Through this site you can learn more about the growing number of authors putting out crime novels in this region of the world.
10. Crime Watch: On this blog you’ll find news and reviews of New Zealand’s premier crime novels.
11. The Rap Sheet: Bookmark this site so you can check back to learn more about crime novel releases and what’s hot now.
12. The Restless Kind: Check out this blog for all kinds of resources for fans of crime fiction.

Mystery Books

If classic mysteries are more your thing, then these blogs provide ample reading material on the subject.

13. Mystery Reader Discussion: This blog provides a format to talk about the latest mystery books, even if you can’t meet the group in person.
14. Mystery Books News: Check back with this blog regularly to get updates on new releases in the mystery and suspense genre.
15. Mystery*File: Here you’ll find a blog dedicated to fans of mystery and detective novels, with reviews, updates and information about titles both new and old.
16. Mysteries in Paradise: This blog is a great source of mystery novel news and book reviews.
17. I Love a Good Mystery: With book reviews, news, events, links and information about movies, this site is a great one-stop place to find information about everything mystery related.
18. Murder By the Book Mystery Book Blog: The bookstore by the same name maintains this blog and updates it regularly with what the bloggers have been reading.
19. The Little Blog of Murder: Get a perspective on the murder-mystery genre from an Ohio native on this regularly-updated blog.
20. Confessions of a Mystery Novelist: Go straight to the source for information and insights into mystery books with this blog from a mystery novelist and professor.
21. Lesa’s Book Critiques: This librarian and blogger focuses her reviews of books on mystery novels.
22. Book Dilettante: This blog is a great place to visit if you love reading mystery novels and are curious about novelists working outside of the U.S.
23. Shadow of the Raven: Keep up with mystery book news from the bookstore Mystery on Main through this blog.
24. The Scene of the Crime: Here you can get a look at the relationship between mystery stories and where they take place from author J. Sydney Jones.

By the Author

Go straight to the source for your information with these blogs written by mystery and crime authors.

25. True Stories of Law & Order: Authors of the book series True Stories of Law & Order, Kevin Dwyer and Juré Fiorillo, maintain this great blog.
26. Gregg Olsen’s CrimeRant: Here you’ll find the blog of best-selling author Gregg Olsen talking not only about his work but about crime news in general.
27. Crime Always Pays: Irish novelist Declan Burke shares information about the Irish crime novel scene and his own work on this blog.
28. Secret Dead Blog: Author Duane Swierczynski talks about his work as a novelist and comic book writer, as well as crime fiction in general on this site.
29. Craig McDonald: Here you’ll find author and journalist Craig McDonald as he blogs about all things crime literature.
30. Do You Write Under Your Own Name?: This blog is home to Martin Edwards, a British mystery and crime author. On it, he shares his thoughts about crime-related TV, movies and books.
31. Writing in the Dark: Writer Kelli Stanley explores some of the dark places of the world in her blog and her writing.
32. Dot Dead Diary: Here, Keith Raffel discusses his life, interests and the mystery genre.
33. Small Crimes: On this blog, you’ll hear from author Dave Zeltserman as he promotes his books and talks about his work.

Group Blogs

These blogs are written by groups of authors or fans of mystery and crime novels, giving you a chance to access multiple perspectives at once.

34. The Outfit: This site is home to a collective of Chicago crime writers who share their stories and their thoughts on the genre.
35. Jungle Red: Pick the brains of six female mystery writers on this blog.
36. Do Some Damage: This blog documents the perspectives of seven different crime and mystery writers through a blog, interviews and the occasional podcast.
37. International Crime Authors: Hear from mystery and crime authors that hail from the UK, Canada, the Middle East and more on this blog.
38. The Kill Zone: On this blog you’ll find posts from seven mystery and crime writers where you can learn what inspires them to keep writing.
39. Poe’s Deadly Daughters: Visit this site to get some writing and reading advice from seven female mystery authors.

True Crime Blogs

Get a slice of the real world of crime with these blogs that share true-to-life crime tales.

40. The Malefactor’s Register: Here, journalist Mark Gribben documents some of the most incredible and interesting crime tales in history.
41. True Crime: In Cold Blog: Contributed to by numerous professional writers and journalists and everyday victims of crime alike, this blog is full of true crime stories.
42. Crime Scene: Take a look at the real life world of crime on this blog from the reporters at The Miami Herald.
43. Crime Scraps: On this blog, you’ll not only hear about European crime novels but the real crimes that inspire them as well.

Crime and More

These blogs discuss crime and mystery books but don’t stick to the topic exclusively.

44. Nordic Bookblog: This Scandinavian site talks about big authors and the growing popularity of crime fiction novels in the region.
45. Five Minutes for Books: On this blog, you’ll find reviews and information on books from a wide range of genres.
46. Pattinase: While it does talk a fair amount about crime fiction, this blog also discusses news, politics, and just plain fun stuff on the web.
47. Cats & Crime & Rock & Roll: Find everything discussed on this blog from animal rights issues to crime fiction.
48. Used Books Blog: This blogger knows quite a bit about books, and on this blog, you can see his reviews of crime, thriller and many other kinds of books.
49. Kate’s Book Blog: Here, you’ll find discussions of books from classic literature to pulp crime novels.
50. Rough Edges: On this blog, James Reasoner shares his thoughts on a variety of books, movies and comics–many of which are horror, thriller and crime-related.