For 7 years, mystery readers and I have connected under the banner of Mystery Ahead. That newsletter was a fantastic journey with so many readers cheering me on as I navigated the move from CIA intel officer to crime fiction author.
But as my writing has evolved, even as my 30-year CIA career continues to influence every page I write, it’s time for a newsletter name change that reflects how this community has evolved.
Sooooo . . . I am thrilled to announce that my newsletter is officially rebranding to Crime Fiction Files.
Why the Change?
While “Mystery Ahead” hinted at what was coming, Crime Fiction Files tells exactly what captivates our imaginations. This newsletter isn’t just about whodunit books but also the intersection of real-world intelligence, current events, and high-stakes fiction.
I’ll be writing more about what impacts your world and how authentic crime fiction (and the occasional dose of CIA tradecraft) can make it make sense.
Hey, if fiction can’t, what can?!
The newsletter has also moved to Substack. Here are the latest posts in the fresh new format:
WHY YOUR GAS PRICE IS A GEOPOLITICAL CRIME SCENE
DID I WRITE OMAR GARCIA HARFUCH INTO EXISTENCE?
If you were a subscriber to Mystery Ahead, you may have noticed that the name of the newsletter is no longer in the title, too. It was a redundancy that gobbled up too much space in your inbox.
What Stays the Same?
Don’t worry—the core of what you love isn’t going anywhere. Subscribers are still the first to get all the good stuff, including:
- Exclusive Sneak Peeks: Be the first to hear about upcoming new releases including audiobooks.
- Subscriber-Only Giveaways: From signed copies to digital extras.
- Crime Reads: My personal recommendations for the best international crime fiction and noir.
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