Crimes Against Nature

The way we treat the world is a crime—fifteen of them, in fact. Some of the best and most honored mystery writers today have written new stories for this book dealing with environmental issues including pollution, wildfire, invasive species, climate change, recycling, and many more.

Authors include Michael Bracken, Susan Breen, Sarah M. Chen, Barb Goffman, Karen Harrington, Janice Law, R.T. Lawton, Robert Lopresti, Jon McGoran, Josh Pachter, Gary Phillips, S.J. Rozan, Kristine Kathryn Rusch, Mark Stevens, and David Heska Wanbli Weiden.

The stories cover a wide variety of styles including noir, comic, caper, psychological, police procedural, and even a tale inspired by comic books.

Putting their money where their mouths are, the authors have chosen ecologically-themed non-profits who will receive half the royalties.

Critical Acclaim for Crimes Against Nature:

“Leaf through this anthology of eco-crime fiction where the environment is at the root of every mystery, a groundbreaking collection sure to be a hit with mystery lovers and tree-huggers alike!” —Twist Phelan, Thriller Award-winning author

“This environmentally villainous anthology features fifteen stories as diverse as their topics—from volcanoes to toxic waste to secondhand smoke—and some of the most creative plots I’ve seen in a long time. Also featured: a lineup of writers who are wickedly good at suspense and deception. I thoroughly enjoyed this book!” —John M. Floyd, Edgar nominee and Shamus Award winner

“It isn’t nice to fool Mother Nature. Sometimes she gets even. Sometimes she needs a little help. This collection from editor Robert Lopresti is chock full of ripping yarns of revenge, poetic justice, and even a few thought-provoking lessons about protecting the only world we absolutely know supports life, from an assemblage of the best short story writers in the business. Highly recommended!” —Richard Helms, Derringer, Thriller, Macavity, and Shamus Award-winning author of Holy City

“Don’t pick up Crimes Against Nature just because it’s for a good cause. (A bunch of good causes, actually.) Pick it up because it’s packed with great stories from some of the best crime writers working today. You’ll be glad you did—and so will Mother Nature.” —Steve Hockensmith, author of Holmes on the Range and The White Magic Five and Dime


Genre: Mystery

"This environmentally villainous anthology features fifteen stories as diverse as their topics - from volcanoes to toxic waste to secondhand smoke - and some of the most creative plots I've seen in a long time. Also featured: a lineup of writers who are wickedly good at suspense and deception. I thoroughly enjoyed this book!" - John M Floyd

"It isn't nice to fool Mother Nature. Sometimes she gets even. Sometimes she needs a little help. This collection from editor Robert Lopresti is chock full of ripping yarns of revenge, poetic justice, and even a few thought-provoking lessons about protecting the only world we absolutely know supports life, from an assemblage of the best short story writers in the business. Highly recommended!" - Richard Helms

"Don't pick up Crimes Against Nature just because it's for a good cause. (A bunch of good causes, actually.) Pick it up because it's packed with great stories from some of the best crime writers working today. You'll be glad you did - and so will Mother Nature." - Steve Hockensmith

"Leaf through this anthology of eco-crime fiction where the environment is at the root of every mystery, a groundbreaking collection sure to be a hit with mystery lovers and tree-huggers alike!" - Twist Phelan