The genre may have begun with "a dark and stormy night," but the majority of modern-day mystery writing has long since surpassed the traditional clich�s embedded in the archetypical mysteries of the 1950s. Authors specializing in the field today, whether prescribing to traditional or non-traditional plot formulas, constantly venture into new territory to keep the spontaneity in mystery fiction alive. Arguably one of the most influential and popular literary genres--as household names like Janet Evanovich and even Dan Brown might attest--it seems that every other American loves a good mystery.
Like any art form, writers are aided in their craft by conversing and working with fellow …
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