Brook and Sarah discuss mysteries where the reader plays the role of sleuth and why these books seem to be enjoying a moment of popularity. Discussed and mentioned Cain’s Jawbone (1934) Edward Powys Mathers Solve Your Own Mystery: The Time Thief (2026) Gareth P. Jones Sherlock Escape Book Series (2021-2027) […]
Yearly Archives: 2026
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In today’s episode, Brook and Sarah are joined by Jessica Brody to discuss her new fiction release How to Write a Murder and how she drew on her successful non-fiction books about writing to pen this novel. Discussed and mentioned How to Write a Murder (2026) Jessica Brody The Guest […]
Mystery fans are familiar with quirky, unusual characters. They are often what makes a mystery or series memorable. In today’s episode, Brook and Sarah discuss the appeal of these characters. Discussed and mentioned Flavia de Luce series by Alan Bradley Murder at Gulls Nest (2025) Jess Kidd Department Q (2025) […]
What happens when you take a write known for another genre and add mystery? Brook and Sarah discuss authors who have successfully crossed genres into mystery. Discussed and mentioned The Red House Mystery (1922) A.A. Milne The Lost World (1912) Arthur Conan Doyle Blood on the Dining Room Floor: A […]
To kick off the next season of episodes, Brook and Sarah discuss what they enjoyed reading and watching over the summer break. Discussed and mentioned Brook’s List Marlow Murder Club (2021) Robert Thorogood The 12:30 From Croydon (1934) Freeman Wills Crofts The Hallmarked Man (2025) Robert Galbraith Disclaimer (2015) Renée […]
This episode was originally released May 7, 2024. Games have long been a way for armchair sleuths to prove their deductive skills. In today’s episode, Brook and Sarah discuss the origins of mystery games, the different types of games mystery fans play, and their enduring popularity. Discussed Clue Boardgame (1949) Hasbro […]
This episode was originally released February 6, 2024 In this week’s episode, Brook and Sarah explore mysteries with bad neighbors who turn your home–the place you should feel safest–into a dangerous place. Discussed Rear Window (1954 film) Alfred Hitchock The House Across the Lake (2022) Riley Sager The Manor House (2023) Gilly Macmillan […]
Beau L’Amour joins Brook and Sarah to discuss his father’s writing and finishing works he left unfinished when he died. Their latest collaboration is Skyring Water. Discussed Skyring Water (2026) Beau L’Amour and Louis L’Amour No Traveller Returns Yondering (1980) Louis L’Amour About Beau L’Amour skyringwater.com About Louis L’Amour louislamour.com […]
This episode was originally released October 24, 2023. What happens when a day at the office goes wrong? In today’s episode, Brook and Sarah discuss workplace mysteries and thrillers. Mentioned “The System of Doctor Tarr and Professor Feather” (1845) Edgar Allan Poe Murder Must Advertise (1933) Dorothy L. Sayers Murder […]
Brook and Sarah take a break from their summer break to discuss Prime series Young Sherlock in this bonus episode. Want to be the first to hear when a bonus drops? Sign up for our free newsletter, the Clued in Chronicle. Chronicle subscribers received this episode early. Discussed and mentioned […]
Before a short break, Brook and Sarah discuss their plans for mystery-filled summers. Discussed and mentioned Brook’s List Marlow Murder Club (2021) Robert Thorogood The 12:30 From Croydon (1934) Freeman Wills Crofts The Hallmarked Man (2025) Robert Galbraith Disclaimer(2015) Renée Knight Sarah’s List One By One (2020) Ruth Ware His […]
The Clued in Mystery interpretation of Author, Author is back, with all new panelists. Brook and Sarah are joined by Reagan Davis, Colleen Cambridge, and Manon Woghan (Mystery Manon) for mystery fun and games. Discussed and mentioned Author, Author featuring Ellery Queen Colleen Cambridge Reagan Davis Manon Woghan Related episodes […]
In today’s episode, Brook and Sarah continue their exploration of early mystery writers and discuss author Freeman Wills Crofts. Discussed and mentioned The Cask (1920) Freeman Wills Crofts Inspector French’s First Case (1924) Freeman Wills Crofts Sudden Death (1932) Freeman Wills Crofts Golden Age of Murder (2015) Martin Edwards The […]
Someone is acting out details from a successful mystery author’s plots in real life. Who? Why? Brook and Sarah discuss how they would handle a similar situation to Emilia Ward in Claire Douglas’ 2023 release The Woman Who Lied. Spoiler warning: In this episode, Brook and Sarah discuss the book […]
In today’s episode, Brook and Sarah discuss modern great and award winning author Lynda La Plante. Discussed and mentioned Widows (TV series 1983 and 1985) ITVPrime Suspect (TV series 1991 to 2006) ITVAbove Suspicion (2004) Lynda La PlanteThe Red Dahlia (2006) Lynda La PlanteListening to the Dead (podcast 2020 to 2026)The Circular Staircase (1908) Mary Roberts […]