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The Classic of the Month: A Study in Scarlet

The Classic of the Month: A Study in Scarlet

  • Post published:August 1, 2023
  • Post author:Erin

Welcome back to The Classic of the Month! Today, we're looking at a classic of the mystery genre, a title famous for introducing the world to the greatest detective of…

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Four Classic Vampire Stories (That Aren’t Dracula)

Four Classic Vampire Stories (That Aren’t Dracula)

  • Post published:November 16, 2022
  • Post author:Erin

Count Dracula is probably the world's most recognizable vampire--and with good reason! This blood-sucking bad guy has been terrorizing generations of readers, ever since he first appeared on paper in…

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Sherlock Holmes Meets the Monsters

Sherlock Holmes Meets the Monsters

  • Post published:October 25, 2022
  • Post author:Erin

A few days ago, I shared a list: Sherlock Holmes vs. the Vampire. Today, I wanted to look at Holmes' adventures against other monsters. Unless something squeaks by me, there…

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Sherlock Holmes vs. the Vampire

Sherlock Holmes vs. the Vampire

  • Post published:October 21, 2022
  • Post author:Erin

Say what you will about Sherlock Holmes--there is no denying the universal appeal of this most famous of detectives! In addition to the 56 short stories and four novels penned…

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Sherlock Holmes: A Study in…

Sherlock Holmes: A Study in…

  • Post published:May 26, 2022
  • Post author:Erin

it's only logical that when someone is trying to write a parody or adaptation of a classic story, they will often try to write a title that is similar to…

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The Sherlock Holmes Canon: A Celebration for Sherlock Holmes Day (May 22, 2022)

The Sherlock Holmes Canon: A Celebration for Sherlock Holmes Day (May 22, 2022)

  • Post published:May 22, 2022
  • Post author:Erin

For the longest time, I've considered myself a Sherlock Holmes fan. But, until very recently (within the last two years or so) I would be forced to admit that I…

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If You Liked “The Hound of the Baskervilles”…

If You Liked “The Hound of the Baskervilles”…

  • Post published:October 1, 2020
  • Post author:Erin

Don't you hate it when you read a really good book and think "Dang...I wish that there were more books like this? Well, if you ever had that experience while…

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The Legacy of Sherlock Holmes

The Legacy of Sherlock Holmes

  • Post published:July 6, 2020
  • Post author:Erin

If I were to ask you who the greatest fictional detective was, I'd be willing to bet you say "Sherlock Holmes". Holmes has transcended simply being an amazing character, and…

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