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 That’s my window, third from the right

After Abraham Bloemaert Print made by Jacob Matham Published by Jacob Matham 1610 British Museum

Some writers (and no doubt their editors) feel the need to begin a book with an ostentatious bang, something along the lines of a graphic torture killing or a dramatic explosion. True masters like Loren D. Estleman know how to … Continue reading →

Mystery fans like to kvetch when an author takes a break from a beloved series in order to write a stand alone. At our signing for The Lock Artist, his fans practically wouldn’t let him out of the store until … Continue reading →

GUÉRIN, Pierre-Narcisse 1811 Oil on canvas, 251 x 178 cm The Hermitage, St. Petersburg

Not to Mention: Trembling and the Sickness Unto Death

This is war to extermination — Shift linguals — Cut word lines — Vibrate tourists — Free doorways — Photo falling — Word falling — Break through in grey room — Calling Partisans of all nations — Towers, open fire … Continue reading →

The River Aristide Maillol (French, 1861-1944) The Museum of Modern Art