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Nick Kolakowski on crime fiction, bleak movies, weird history, and other fun stuff; paid subscribers also have access to exclusive fiction!

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Nick Kolakowski is the author of several crime novels, including “Where the Bones Lie." His work has been nominated for the Anthony and Derringer awards, and his short story “Scorpions” appeared in The Best Mystery and Suspense 2024.