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Murder By The Book

2342 Bissonnet St
Houston, TX 77005
Phone: (713) 524-8597
Citysearch
Cross Street:
Greenbriar Drive
Best of Citysearch:
Bookstore 2007, Bookstore 2005
Hours:
Mon-Sat 10am-6pm, Sun 12pm-5pm

Message from Murder By The Book

Murder By The Book

Where a good crime is had by all, since 1980

  • Over 25,000 Books
  • Book Signing Events
  • Rice Village Area

Murder by the book is one of the nation's oldest and largest mystery specialty bookstores, established in 1980 by Martha Farrington. The store stocks over 25,000 books--new and used, hardbacks and paperbacks, first editions, collectibles, gift items, mystery magazines and more. We host dozens of the hottest mystery and crime authors for book signing events every year (we've had everyone from Dick Francis to P. D. James, Sue Grafton to Robert Crais, Michael Connelly to Patricia Cornwell).

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Editorial Review for Murder By The Book – by Citysearch Editors

In Short
Hardbound or paperback, new or used, Murder by the Book has all the mysteries and thrillers you could want. Featured are all titles current and famous, but space is reserved for up-and-comers, too, as well as out-of-print whodunits and some rare first editions. It also offers some fun ways for lone Houston mystery buffs to thicken the plot with murder-by-the-month discussion groups.

Editorial content is independent of paid advertisers. Any expenses are paid for by Citysearch.

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Know Before You Go

Murder by the Book was the first shop in town to carry author Sue Grafton, famous for her alphabetically titled Kinsey Millhone Mysteries series, F is for First.

The Extras

Check out the Dead Beat--a quarterly magazine covering soon-to-be-published titles, pick-and-pan reviews and scheduled book signings--events that occur as often as eight times a month.

User Reviews for Murder By The Book

5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

01/05/2006 Posted by geniedances

Murder By The Book stocks an impressive number of titles in both new and used mysteries. Staff is helpful, well imformed and willing special order. Great place to browse. There is something to please every mystery fan. I've never left this store empty handed.

5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

11/11/2005 Posted by boopette

Murder By The Book is without a doubt the Best of the Best Books Stores. Everyone is knowledgeable and they're the ones that put Friend in Friendly! Fantastic!

Pros: Good Service, Friendly, Convenient Hours

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Editor's Review

A tiny store that nevertheless carries more mysteries and thrillers than any other in town.  See the full editorial review.

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Murder by the Book was the first shop in town to carry author Sue Grafton, famous for her alphabetically titled Kinsey Millhone Mysteries series, F is for First.

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Hours

  • Mon-Sat 10am-6pm
  • Sun 12pm-5pm

Payment Types

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  • Discover
  • American Express
  • Visa

Recognition for Murder By The Book

2007 Editorial Winner - Bookstore
2005 Audience Winner - Bookstore

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