Recent Reviews

Nine Lives – The BOLO Books Review

Peter Swanson is one of those writers who can grab a reader’s attention simply with the briefest of plot descriptions. For example: a killer is recreating murders from classic crime novels (Eight Perfect Murders). Or a woman swaps homes with a distant cousin who might...

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Secret Identity – The BOLO Books Review

Alex Segura’s career path in crime fiction – while enviable – is the result of hard-work and determination bolstered by a truly exuberant personality and genuine respect for those he has met along the journey. When his new novel, Secret Identity, hits the shelves next...

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Like A Sister – The BOLO Books Review

Some people are just born storytellers, able to craft narratives that feature fascinating characters in compelling plots with an ease that seems magical. Add Kellye Garrett to that list. After two nearly perfect light-hearted cozy mysteries, Garrett turns her pen to...

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Recent Interviews

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Recent Articles

Cover Reveal – Murder-A-Go-Go’s

From the Booking Desk: Holly West has been a long-time supporter of BOLO Books, so when she approached me to ask if I would be willing to host the cover reveal for her first anthology-editing gig, there was no way I was saying no. Truth is, the brilliant and fun...

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BOLO Books’ Top Book Covers of 2018

Yep, it’s another list! This time I am talking about my favorite crime fiction book covers of the year. What I am most excited to say is that not only are these all great covers, the words within live up to the hype generated by their covers. While I deliberately...

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BOLO – Week of December 2, 2018

From The Booking Desk: It's December and the holiday season is upon us. Please don't let yourself get too stressed during this time of year. Take a few moments out for yourself, perhaps by reading one of these books that are available this week....

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About

Welcome to BOLO Books. The blog name comes from the common police acronym meaning “be on the look out.” (or “be on the lookout” – depending on your source). This is especially appropriate in this case, as this blog will focus on books in the mystery and thriller genre. Crime fiction is my passion and I want to share that with you.

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