11.   Under the pseudonym of Fredric Martin, he also wrote three mysteries for young adults.

12.   With the possible exception of Ruth Rendell, who writes mysteries under two names, he may be the most prolific contemporary British author.

13.   Writing mysteries gives Grafton a license to snoop, to be a detective herself.

14.   Perhaps inevitably, members of Congress began writing mysteries and thrillers set in the territory they know best, sometimes taking a shot at a favorite target.