Bond, Ustinov, and Suchet, speak to The Strand...

The Strand Magazine publishes in-depth and exclusive interviews with some of today’s most renowned writers, actors, and producers. We have recently featured interviews with Sir Peter Ustinov, Anne Perry, Tony Hillerman, Sir John Gielgud, Michael Bond, and David Suchet

P.D. James  One of the grand dames of the mystery novel shares her thoughts about mystery writing, life, and her illustrious career in this exclusive interview.

Stacy Keach The well known star of Mike Hammer spoke to the managing editor of the Strand Andrew Gulli about his long and illustrious career as an actor.

Anne Perry If there is a mystery writer today who can pick up where John Dickson-Carr, Dorothy Sayers, G.K. Chesterton, and Arthur Conan Doyle left off, it would certainly be Anne Perry. Her books have sold more than ten million copies worldwide, earning her a reputation as one of the most popular writers today.

David Suchet David Suchet is known to millions of people around the world for his superb portrayal of Agatha Christie’s Belgian detective, Hercule Poirot, in London Weekly Television’s series Poirot, which lasted for six years—from 1988 to 1994. After a five year hiatus Mr. Suchet has reprised the role of Hercule Poirot in two new films by A&E.

Michael Bond Since 1983 mystery fans have enjoyed Michael Bond’s series of detective comedies featuring retired Surete member Monsieur Aristide Pamplemousse and his dog Pommes Frites. The Monsieur Pamplemousse novels are a unique blend of comedy and mystert just what you’d expect from the creator of the very unique Paddington Bear. Mr. Bond spoke to Andrew Gulli about his early writing career, the inspiration behind his two most famous characters, and the state of writing in general.

 
Sir Peter Ustinov Sir Peter Ustinov is a man of many talents. He has used his talents as an actor, playwright, director, producer, writer, and set designer to entertain and enlighten audiences the world over. He remains an eloquent and tireless voice for world peace and understanding between nations. For the past 31 years he has served as ambassador-at-large for UNICEF. 

Christopher Lee In a career spanning over four decades, Christopher Lee has entertained audiences in a wide variety of roles, portraying characters that range from the diabolical and sinister to the wise and elderly, justly earning a reputation as one of the world’s most versatile actors

Peter Lovesey Peter Lovesey is widely regarded around the world as one of the most skilled practitioners of both the historical and the contemporary crime novel. His long list of award-winning novels and short stories, whether set in Victorian or contemporary times, capture their respective periods evocatively through Lovesey’s canny ear for dialogue and seamless interweaving of plot and atmosphere.

Michael York  The esteemed and versatile actor shared his thoughts with us about his career, his writing, and his upcoming projects.

  Mildred Wirt Benson The Strand magazine has an exclusive interview with original Carolyn Keene, the original author of the Nancy Drew series.

Joss Ackland One of England finest stage and character actors spoke to about his long career and his various dark and villainous roles, from films such as Lethal Weapon to Raymond Chandler's "House on Turk Street."

Sir John Mortimer  The creator of Rumpole of the Bailey spoke to us about  Rumpole, his legal career, his plays, and best-selling novels.