Unagi Shokunin by day, aspiring crime fiction writer by night.

Welcome to “The Whodunit Diaries,” a daily chronicle of my journey writing my very first mystery novel in 365 days. This blog is not just a behind-the-scenes look at crafting a story—it’s an exploration of the challenges, discoveries, and triumphs that come with the process. Join me as I piece together the clues, one chapter at a time.

Ink And Shadows

In pursuit of understanding the intricacies of what makes a good crime fiction story, I take a look at some of the best books in the genre, peeling away at the inked surface of each page to cast light upon the shadows that hold the answers.