In the streets of New York City, the Slasher chooses his victim—and makes his move. As he wraps his fingers around the girl's pretty throat, his power increases. As he carves into her skin, his words become flesh. As he arranges her lifeless body in a loving tableau, his fantasies demand more violent sacrifices. . .At first, NYPD detectives suspect a jealous boyfriend is behind their latest investigation. But psychologist-turned-criminal-profiler Lee Campbell senses something darke...

He chooses his tools with precision. Stalks his victims with cold efficiency. Plans his attack using mathematical logic. And now he is ready to play. . .When the first of a series of letters from a serial killer arrives at the station, NYPD psychologist-turned-profiler Lee Campbell suspects the writer is daring him to match wits with a dangerous—and brilliant—criminal mind. After all, it’s what Campbell does best. But once this "Alleyway Strangler" starts leaving specially targeted...

He calls himself “Carver.”He likes killing. But he knows he must be patient, like an actor preparing for a role. He must cast the part of the victim. Stage the scene of the crime. Find the motivation to kill. Then, with blade in hand, he must make it real.NYPD psychologist-turned-profiler Lee Campbell arrives at the city’s latest crime scene to find the victim lying in the lobby of her building, in a pool of blood, wearing a white mask. When he learns the girl was an actress, he fo...

There's nothing more mysterious than a locked box. Whether it's a literal strongbox, an empty coffin, the inner workings of a scientist's mind, or an underground prison cell, there are those who will use any means necessary to unlock the secrets of The Mystery Box.With this anthology, bestselling author Brad Meltzer introduces twenty-one original stories from today's most prominent mystery writers. In Laura Lippman's "Waco 1982," a young reporter stuck with a seemingly mun...

The Everlasting Masterpieces of World Literature in One Edition gathers epic, drama, novel, tale, lyric, philosophy, and political reflection into a sweeping archive of the literary imagination. From ancient wisdom and classical myth to Gothic terror, realism, romance, satire, modernist experiment, and speculative fiction, the volume traces enduring questions of freedom, desire, conscience, power, faith, and artistic form across centuries. Its contributors represent a remarkable constellat...

Dive into the captivating world of '101 Mystery & Detective Classics You Should Read Before You Die,' an anthology that expertly curates a wide spectrum of engaging tales from the annals of mystery and detective fiction. This remarkable collection showcases an impressive range of styles, from the cerebral puzzles of classic Victorian mysteries to the atmospheric noir tales that dominate American fiction. As you journey through these pages, you'll encounter groundbreaking narratives that de...

The seventh issue of "Sherlock Holmes Mystery Magazine" is another fine selection of tales about Sherlock Holmes, or in the Sherlockian spirit.Fiction:The Dead House, by Bruce KilsteinA Letter from Legrand, by David EllisAn Old-Fashioned Villain, by Nick AndreychukThe Premature Murder, by Michael MalloryThe Double, by Janice LawThe Way It Is (novel excerpt), by Carole BuggéA House Divided, by Marc BilgreyClassic reprint:...

The Everlasting Masterpieces of World Literature in One Edition offers a sweeping panorama of the literary landscape, encompassing timeless narratives, philosophical treatises, and seminal poetic forms. This collection brings together a diverse array of genres and literary movements, capturing the essence of human experience across centuries and continents. Readers will be transported from the philosophical dialogues of Plato and Confucius to the intricate realism of Dickens and Flaubert, ...

CLASSICS FOR SUMMERTIME brings together a diverse array of timeless works from some of history's most esteemed writers, providing readers with a panoramic view of literary styles and themes. From philosophical musings to thrilling adventures, and from heartwarming tales to profound social commentary, this anthology captures the essence of classic literature as it traverses different eras and cultures. Standout pieces within this collection harness the power of narrative to explore universa...

At first, they look like suicides. Two bodies within a week—one found floating in New York's East River, another electrocuted in the bathtub. But forensic analysis soon shows that both victims were drugged before they were killed. As the death toll continues to grow, so does the brutality of the murders—and the killer dubbed the Flesh Collector continues to prey.NYPD criminal profiler Lee Campbell joins the frantic pursuit of this madman who delights in taunting police with gruesom...

World's Greatest Classics in One Volume offers an unparalleled exploration into the heart of timeless literary beauty and philosophical inquiry. This anthology captures a panorama of human experience through an extraordinary array of narratives, lyrical poetry, and philosophical discourses spanning ancient to modern eras. From profound contemplations of the self and society to captivating tales of adventure and romance, the collection curates notable works without sacrificing depth. While ...

Much Ado About Something by C. E. Lawrence is a gripping psychological crime thriller that masterfully blends intellect, suspense, and emotional depth into a story that refuses to let go. In this intense installment featuring the brilliant and complex Lee Campbell, Lawrence delivers a narrative that is both razor-sharp and hauntingly human.When a chilling murder disrupts what appears to be an ordinary world, the investigation unfolds into something...