For many readers, their first exposure to Agatha Christie comes in the tale of And Then There Were None. First published in 1939 under a more problematic title, None has become one of the best-selling books in history, estimated to be among the top ten titles ever published by sheer
Over a literary career spanning 66 novels and 164 short stories, Agatha Christie earned a reputation for knowing a thing or two about death. Estimates suggest that her body of work encompasses more than 270 murders, more than 40 accidental deaths, 40 suicides, and 50 assorted fatalities. Her weapon of
There are two big things on my horizon for April. First, I will be attending the Dunedin Highland Games and the historic Loch Norman Highland Games. In addition to signing my two Scottish-flavored mysteries, I’ll be selling my hand cast sterling jewelry and Scottish antique jewelry. Second, I will be
Last month we took a look at many of the famed actors who have portrayed Hercule Poirot on our television favorites. These ranged from the obscure (Martin Gabel) to the legendary (David Suchet). Today, the little Belgian detective makes the jump to the big screen. Many readers, even those not
The highlight of my month is, without a doubt, the St. Augustine Scottish Festival at historic Francis Field. I attend every year to sell my hand cast sterling jewelry and sign books for friends old and new. If you are in the area, come out for this Ancient City event
While Hercule Poirot and Miss Marple endure as well-known fictional detectives, Christie had several other leads, some with multiple titles to their names. Here are three of my favorites from the Dame of Crime’s B roster. Towards Zero by Agatha Christie In one of only five appearances, Superintendent Battle takes
Most readers of Agatha Christie already have a clear mental image of Hercule Poirot. In canon, the Belgian detective measures only 5’4”. Green eyes highlight a bald, egg-shaped head. His wardrobe reflects his clean, clinical mind and his precise, tidy nature. His famous mustache warrants another paragraph or two all
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