by John Grisham
First published 2025
This anthology brings together twenty carefully chosen mystery stories that showcase the full spectrum of crime fiction. Grisham evaluated over 3,000 stories published in the past year to assemble this collection. The selection draws from publications ranging from Black Cat Weekly to Ellery Queen Mystery Magazine to Conjunctions. The stories blend work from established names with lesser known writers who deserve wider recognition. Each tale explores different aspects of mystery writing, from traditional detection to modern suspense. The collection represents the fifth year of this celebrated series. A bonus story from an earlier period, selected from The Mysterious Bookshop's rare book collection, completes the volume. The anthology demonstrates how contemporary mystery writers continue to expand the boundaries of the genre while honoring its traditions.
Genres: short-stories, mystery
Vibes: suspenseful, thought-provoking
Tropes: anthology, detective
Period: 2025
478 pages · Kindle Edition · The Mysterious Press