When contractor Mike Hegan buys a mysterious island off the coast of Georgia to develop into a resort, he invites friends and family to explore the isolated locale. But the island is hiding deadly secrets that begin to emerge when an escaped tiger kills caretaker Jim Pitts. As more sinister events unfold, including several gruesome deaths, the stranded visitors realize they're trapped in a nightmare. With a dangerous predator on the loose and no way to reach the mainland, the terrified gro...

This issue, we have 17 short stories and 2 novel serials for you—one of our largest lineups ever! (Of course, quite a few of the stories are short, and hopefully you like awful-pun stories…)On the mystery front, we have original tales from Dave Zeltserman (thanks to Acquiring Editor Michael Bracken) and Justin M. Kiska (a Christmas fantasy-mystery), plus another fantasy-mystery from C. C. Guthrie (thanks to Acquiring Editor Barb Goffman). Our serial of Jack Guthrie’s Tiger Isla...

In Jack Ritchie's classic crime noir story "Replacement," Max Warren schemes his way up the ranks to take control from his boss Ed Kubak. After winning over Kubak's girlfriend Helen, Max sends the defeated man away.Obsessed with revenge, Kubak commits an act that forces Max to hunt him down. When Max finally tracks down his rival in Florida, he expects an easy end to their feud.But Kubak has one last twist in store, and Max realizes too late the deadly consequences of his r...

A wealthy newspaper owner turned reluctant political figure is caught between the ruthless ambitions of a crooked sheriff and the quiet desperation of a grieving journalist. When a scheme to fake a murder becomes all too real, every move threatens to unravel a delicate web of lies, loyalty, and hidden motives. What happens when the man pulling the strings finds himself at the end of the leash?

On the run with stolen loot, three gunmen seize a trapper's isolated cabin. But their hostage is no ordinary victim. As he slyly turns the gang against one another, they discover too late that this remote hideaway already harbors dark secrets—and a killer who doesn't like to share.

A Hungarian athlete on a Soviet ship watches a Russian commissar harass a rival runner—and decides to intervene. His "clever plan" turns into a fogbound mishap, and the stakes shift from medals to survival. Wry, sharp, and fast-moving, this Cold War tale ends with a neat twist.

This issue, we have quite an interesting lineup. We have mysteries from returning favorites Veronica Leigh and Robert Lopresti (thanks to Acquiring Editors Michael Bracken and Barb Goffman), as well as a boxing crime story from classic author Jack Ritchie. Our mystery novel is by Izola Forester, a romantic suspense tale from the Golden Age. And of course we have a new solve-it-yourself puzzler from Hal Charles.On the science fiction front, we have an original tale from Damir Salkov...

We have another great issue this week, with original mysteries from N.M. Cedeño (courtesy of Acquiring Editor Michael Bracken) and Brian Rieselman, plus a terrific tale by David Dean (courtesy of Acquiring Editor Barb Goffman). Our classic mystery novel is The Winning Clue, by James Hay, Jr. (A note to the sensitive: it has some dialog in racial dialect, which was common in novels of the era.) And, of course, we have a solve-it-yourself puzzler from Hal Charles.On the science ficti...

We successfully completed Thanksgiving, but now we’re trapped in the dead zone between roast turkey and roasting chestnuts. When our first December issue arrives, we’ll kick off holiday celebrations anew, though, with more great novels and short stories.But in the meantime, we have an original crime story by the always-masterful Elizabeth Elwood (thanks to Acquiring editor Michael Bracken), a Early Christman treat by Mark Thielman (thanks to Acquiring Editor Barb Goffman), a myster...

Detectives are desperate to catch a serial bomber terrorizing the city. When a trap finally snags a suspect, the duo employs a "good cop, bad cop" routine to secure a confession. However, as the interrogation concludes, a dark web of secrets and personal vengeance begins to unravel.

This issue of Black Cat Mystery Magazine features a fresh array of gripping short crime and mystery stories. From heart-pounding tales of suspense to more subtle explorations of crime, each story showcases unique voices in the genre. Included are:ARMADILLO BY MORNING, by Stacy WoodsonAFTER THEIR CONVICTIONS, SIX MURDERERS REFLECT ON HOW KILLING MR. BODDY CHANGED THEIR LIVES, by Tara Laskowski and Art TaylorPROMISES TO KEEP, by Gert-Jan Van Den BemdA CO...

On behalf of the staff, the contributors, and myself, I’d like to wish everyone a happy Thanksgiving. (You may all burst into traditional Thanksgiving carols, should you wish.)Here’s our holiday lineup:Mysteries / Suspense / Adventure:“The Restavek,” by Neil S. Plakcy [Michael Bracken Presents short story]“The Case of the Tipsy Turkey,” by Hal Charles [Solve-It-Yourself Mystery]“he Final Course,” by Stacy Woodson [Barb Goffman Presents...