In True Romance: A Noir Anthology, passion isn't red roses and candlelight. Instead, it's obsession, betrayal, revenge, and the kind of desire that leaves bodies in its wake.Collected and Edited by Troy Lambert and Vincent Zandri, this dark and razor-sharp collection gathers some of the most compelling voices in crime fiction, including Reed Farrel Coleman, Charles Salzberg, Paul D. Brazill, Frank Zafiro, Scott Kikkawa, Danica Favorite, Lawrence Kelter, Rebelry Stone, Sama...

Step into the Shadows of True NoirDive deep into the murky waters of human nature with True Pulp, a masterful collection crafted by literary heavyweights Troy Lambert and Vincent Zandri. In this gripping ensemble, each story draws you into a world where crime and conscience collide, exploring the thin line between justice and vengeance.Meet unforgettable characters like John, a man teetering on the brink, and Barb, his loyal friend wrestlin...

A relentless, high-octane thriller where every second counts.When a routine case spirals into a deadly cat-and-mouse game, former Marine turned private investigator Mack finds himself trapped in a winery shootout. Wounded and outnumbered, his military instincts kick in—crafting an explosive escape that leaves chaos in his wake. But escape is just the beginning of his fight for survival.Fleeing through the shadows, Mack stumbles into a sanctuary in the unlik...

Technology Enslaves. Nature Rebels.When ancient power meets modern control, something has to break.In the ruins of civilization, humans maintain their dominance over dragons through failing technology and iron will. Rangon, a dedicated Shepherd, never questioned his role in controlling these magnificent creatures - until now.A Rebellion BeginsAs the charismatic dragon Baldor ignites a rebellion that spreads like wildfire through the wastelands, centuries of ...

A strange accident on the freeway, accusations of murder, and an encounter in the Idaho wilderness all propel Todd Clarke into a new friendship with a dog named Sparky. But Sparky is no ordinary dog, and there is more going on than Clarke could have imagined.A military commander he investigated for Aryan activity and links to domestic terrorism is after him, and he's not sure why until another chance encounter provides the answer.With Sparky and the help of his canine frien...

What the Hell Did I Just Read?You'll ask yourself this question at least thirteen times throughout this book. Each story is uniquely crafted to throw you off your game, to introduce you to a different style of writing, or an entirely different story.Each told by one of two masters of the craft.Kristen Lamb and Troy Lambert team up for the first time officially to bring you this collection of short stories, many of which have never been published anywhere else before....

Into The Darkness is the first book in the Ridge Falls series.Ridge Falls is an unusual town. Unusual things happen there all the time. People are afraid. Very afraid.DescriptionRidge Falls is an unusual town. A mining community created in the late 1800's, after the construction of a hydroelectric dam, the town was moved. Old timers said the dam was a bad idea. Bad things would happen.They were right. Now, evil seems to haunt the reservoir. It manifests itsel...

Every game has rules. Solitaire decides who lives.Jack Bardlow was once a legend—until a failed hit left him scarred, hunted, and marked for death. Now he's a ghost in Las Vegas, surviving on instinct while a secret gambling syndicate closes in to erase him for good.Solitaire doesn't deal cards for luck. Every suit commands power, every draw seals a fate, and every debt is paid in blood. As enforcers, rivals, and federal agents collide, Jack discovers the c...

Dive into Darkness, Where Every Shadow Hides a Secret…In "Writing Into the Dark," masterful storytellers Troy Lambert and Vincent Zandri draw you into a world where suspense reigns supreme. Through four distinct narratives, this exclusive collection immerses readers in gripping tales of intrigue and introspection.Meet Harlan, a disillusioned pulp fiction writer whose mundane existence spirals into chaos when he confronts a deadly gangbanger. Follow Grace, a...

Every Nightmare Begins with a Step Into the DarknessInto the Darkness is a visceral descent into fear, obsession, and the razor-thin line between reality and madness. This chilling collection of horror stories by Troy Lambert and Marlie Harris takes readers through haunted farmhouses, dream-fueled apocalypses, cursed museums, and the unrelenting grip of supernatural torment.Each tale explores a new, terrifying edge of the human experience — from sp...

Samuel Elijah Johnson, newly released from prison with a hard-earned Juris Doctorate, is immediately thrust into an unforgiving world. His first case? Helping an innocent man caught in a web of corruption and deceit make parole. But that's only the first step.A devoted churchgoer, Arthur Creed struggles with forbidden desires that pull him away from his faith. Despite his best efforts to follow scripture, his heart leads him into temptation.A diligent accountant, Randy stum...

She wants to see the manager. He is the apocalypse.When Cthulhu—recently single, a little paunchy, and very over eternity—sneaks to Earth for a low-key vacation, the last thing he expects is Karen: a fearless, weaponized consumer advocate whose charm, wit, and ironclad boundaries can terrify demons and desk clerks alike. Their chemistry is instant, their shopping trip catastrophic, and their selfie goes viral. #Cthulhu2024Soon they're on a road-trip caper f...