Clued in Mystery Podcast

In today's episode, Brook and Sarah discuss modern great Val McDermid. Discussed and mentioned The Mermaids Singing (1995) Val McDermid Clean Break: A Kate Brannigan Mystery (2011 Radio play) Val McDermid Village SOS (2012 Radio Play) Val McDermid "Second Murder At The Vicarage" in Marple, 12 New Mysteries (2022) Val McDermid Forensics, The Anatomy of Crime (2014) Val McDermid Queen Macbeth (2024) Val McDermid Wire in the Blood (2002-2008) - adaptation of Carol Jordan/Tony Hill series Karen Pirie (2022-present) - adaptation of the Karen Pirie series Fun Lovin' Crime Writers [https://funlovincrimewriters.com/video/] Books In The Life Of | Val McDermid [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FO4AMldt7qo] For more information Instagram: @cluedinmystery [https://www.instagram.com/cluedinmystery/] Contact us: [email protected] Music: Signs To Nowhere by Shane Ivers – www.silvermansound.com Sign up for our newsletter: [https://cluedinmystery.com/clued-in-chronicle] https://cluedinmystery.com/clued-in-chronicle/ Order Life or Delft [https://www.amazon.ca/Life-Delft-Valley-Mysteries-Book-ebook/dp/B0FQX4XZG7] by Brook and Sarah For a full episode transcript, visit https://cluedinmystery.com/modern-great-val-mcdermid/

In today's episode, Brook and Sarah speak with Reagan Davis, author of the Knitorious Murder Mysteries series, and discuss the overlap between crafts and mysteries. Discussed and mentioned Disturbing the Fleece [https://www.reagandavis.com/disturbing-the-fleece] About Reagan Davis * Website [https://www.reagandavis.com/] * Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/reagan_davis_writes/] * Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/Reagan-Davis-2390213377917597/] Related episodes Craft and Hobby Mysteries [https://cluedinmystery.com/craft-and-hobby-mysteries/] (released March 3, 2026) For more information Instagram: @cluedinmystery [https://www.instagram.com/cluedinmystery/] Contact us: [email protected] Music: Signs To Nowhere by Shane Ivers – www.silvermansound.com Sign up for our newsletter: [https://cluedinmystery.com/clued-in-chronicle] https://cluedinmystery.com/clued-in-chronicle/ Order Life or Delft [https://www.amazon.ca/Life-Delft-Valley-Mysteries-Book-ebook/dp/B0FQX4XZG7] by Brook and Sarah For a full episode transcript, visit https://cluedinmystery.com/craft-and-hobby-mysteries-interview-with-reagan-davis/

Brook and Sarah discuss adapting Agatha Christie and other classic mystery tales for younger audiences with Marci Kay Monson, author of the Mini Mystery series. Discussed and mentioned And Then There Were None (1939) Agatha Christie The Mysterious Affair at Styles (1920) Agatha Christie The Mystery of the Blue Train (1929) Agatha Christie The Secret of the Blue Clock (1930) Carolyn Keene About Marci Marci Kay Monson is the author of the Mini Mystery series. These are interactive picture book mysteries for children. She's an avid reader, crafter, and gardener. She received her BS in technical communications from Utah State University and a graduate certificate in publishing from the Denver Publishing Institute. She found a love for Agatha Christie when her book club read And Then There Were None and never looked back. She loves story, bright colors, and a bit of cozy and fictional murder. Raised in Japan, England, and Germany, she now lives with her dog Suki in Leighton, Utah. Website [https://www.marcikaymonson.com/] Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/marcisbookrecs/] For more information Instagram: @cluedinmystery [https://www.instagram.com/cluedinmystery/] Contact us: [email protected] Music: Signs To Nowhere by Shane Ivers – www.silvermansound.com Sign up for our newsletter: [https://cluedinmystery.com/clued-in-chronicle] https://cluedinmystery.com/clued-in-chronicle/ Order Life or Delft [https://www.amazon.ca/Life-Delft-Valley-Mysteries-Book-ebook/dp/B0FQX4XZG7] by Brook and Sarah For a full episode transcript, visit https://cluedinmystery.com/christie-for-kids/

Many mystery fans love to craft, or so it seems based on the number of titles in this popular sub-genre. In today's episode, Brook and Sarah discuss what makes a craft and hobby mystery. Discussed and mentioned Picking Up the Pieces (2024) J. B. Abbott Button Holed (2011) Kylie Logan Crossword Mysteries (2019-2021) Hallmark Movies & Mysteries Garage Sale Mystery (2013-2019) Hallmark Movies & Mysteries Rosemary & Thyme (2003–2007) BBC For more information Instagram: @cluedinmystery [https://www.instagram.com/cluedinmystery/] Contact us: [email protected] Music: Signs To Nowhere by Shane Ivers – www.silvermansound.com Sign up for our newsletter: [https://cluedinmystery.com/clued-in-chronicle] https://cluedinmystery.com/clued-in-chronicle/ Order Life or Delft [https://www.amazon.ca/Life-Delft-Valley-Mysteries-Book-ebook/dp/B0FQX4XZG7] by Brook and Sarah For a full episode transcript, visit https://cluedinmystery.com/craft-and-hobby-mysteries/

In this episode, Brook and Sarah discuss reverse mysteries, or "how catch 'ems," where the audience knows who the culprit is from the beginning. Discussed and mentioned Columbo (1971–2003) Television series Malice Aforethought (1931) Francis Iles (Anthony Berkeley Cox) The 12:30 from Croydon (1934) Freeman Wills Crofts Mr. Pottermack's Oversight (1930) R. Austin Freeman Dial M for Murder (1954) Alfred Hitchcock — Film adaptation of Frederick Knott's 1952 play How to Kill Your Employer (2022) Rupert Holmes Dexter (TV Series: 2006-2013) Midsomer Murders (TV series: 1997-present) Catch Me If You Can (2002 film) You (2014) Caroline Kepnes (Netflix adaptation: 2018-2025) For more information Instagram: @cluedinmystery [https://www.instagram.com/cluedinmystery/] Contact us: [email protected] Music: Signs To Nowhere by Shane Ivers – www.silvermansound.com Sign up for our newsletter: [https://cluedinmystery.com/clued-in-chronicle] https://cluedinmystery.com/clued-in-chronicle/ Order Life or Delft [https://www.amazon.ca/Life-Delft-Valley-Mysteries-Book-ebook/dp/B0FQX4XZG7] by Brook and Sarah For a full episode transcript, visit https://cluedinmystery.com/reverse-mysteries/