Are you in the mood to try a new hobby, but not sure if you really want to get involved? Perhaps you’d like some new techniques for a hobby you already pursue. If so, reading a mystery novel may be your answer. I’ve noticed a recent trend in mystery novels. If you read several new mystery series you’ll discover a lot of them are what I call “How-To Mysteries”. No, they don’t tell you how to commit crimes or give tips on murdering people, but they will give information and how-to advice on almost any project or hobby you may have.

The How-To Mystery is still a mystery novel with...

A man walked out to his car, a silver Kia, with a suitcase in his hand. He was going to work at the Verizon Assistance office, which was where he worked every weekday. His name was Raven.
He sat down in the Driver's Seat of the car, turning it on and setting his suitcase next to him. He drove off.
Raven had long, black hair and a long beard. He was a retired heavy metal guitarist, playing in a hardcore band called My Evil Side. He always wore sunglasses, his favorite color was green, and he had a thing for guitars. He was the average retired band-player, who took most care in his occupations....