There’s nothing like a good book that keeps you at the edge of your seat.

The New York Times Book Review recently put out a list of the 50 best thrillers of the 21st century — all voted on by devotees of the genre.

Thursday on Midday Edition, we talk about the list, what makes a great thriller and why people are drawn to the genre today.

Then, FilmOut, San Diego’s LGBTQ+ Film Festival, returns next week. KPBS arts reporter and horror aficionado Beth Accomando spoke with two horror filmmakers presenting at the festival.

And finally, it's a busy weekend in the arts. KPBS Julia Dixon Evans shares her top recommendations for getting your culture fix without breaking the bank.

Guests:

• Tina Jordan, deputy editor, New York Times Book Review
• Michael Varrati, producer, "Scorch Marks"
• Brendan Haley, writer-director, "Scorch Marks"
• Julia Dixon Evans, arts reporter, host of "The Finest" podcast, KPBS

Links:

• "Let’s Talk About the 50 Best Thrillers of the 21st Century" — New York Times Book Review podcast