Agatha Christie Auction Exceeds Expectations

According to The Guardian, an auction of more than 700 of Agatha Christie’s belongings far exceeded the expectations and raised more than 300,000 pounds.

So the lesson is that if you plan on being a famous mystery writer, be sure to have your family hold on to your Charles II tumbler cup and mug, your silver basting spoon, and your gravy boat.

(via Bookninja)