This invaluable resource provides information about and sources for researching 50 of the top crime genre writers, including websites and other online resources.
• A timeline of major authors and events in the development of the crime fiction genre
• Read-alike sections listing other authors whose works are similar in style or theme to those of ten major authors included in the book
• Lists of major organizations and awards in the field of crime literature
• A bibliography of online and print sources for biographical and critical information about crime genre authors