Kill Now, Pay Later

Kill Now, Pay Later
Author: Robert Terrall
Publisher: Titan Books (US, CA)
Total Pages: 196
Release: 2011-03-29
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 085768390X

When Ben Gates took the job guarding the presents at a ritzy upper-class wedding, he thought it would be a simple assignment: stand around, look tough, and make sure none of the bridesmaids walk off with the jewelry. But that was before someone slipped sleeping pills into Ben’s coffee and a bizarre robbery attempt left two people dead. Now Ben’s reputation is on the line – and if he doesn’t figure out which of three beautiful women is hiding a murderous secret, his life may be as well…

Trio for Blunt Instruments

Trio for Blunt Instruments
Author: Rex Stout
Publisher: Crimeline
Total Pages: 209
Release: 2010-07-21
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 0307756297

If Nero Wolfe and his sidekick, Archie, would ever admit to an Achilles' heel-which they wouldn't-it would be a weakness for damsels in distress. In these three charming chillers the duo answer the call of helpless heroines with nothing to lose-except their lives. First a beautiful young Aphrodite comes to Nero looking for a hero-and the answer to the mystery of her father's death....Then an old flame of Archie's reignites with a plan that may corner him into a lifetime commitment-behind bars....And finally a detective's work is never done, as a hot tip leads the team into the sizzling center of a sexy scandal that could leave them cold-dead cold.

Ms. Tree Volume 4: Deadline

Ms. Tree Volume 4: Deadline
Author: Max Allan Collins
Publisher: Titan Comics
Total Pages: 260
Release: 2022-10-05
Genre: Comics & Graphic Novels
ISBN: 1787739872

Dive back into the case files of the no-nonsense detective, Ms. Tree, in another incredible volume of passion, crime and murder. Famed Hard Case Crime author Max Allan Collins (Road to Perdition) and genre-defining artist Terry Beatty deliver five thrilling adventures from the exploits of Ms. Michael Tree, the 6ft, 9mm-carrying private eye. No matter the danger, no matter the risk, she’ll solve the case – no matter the cost. Featuring an insightful foreword by the author plus a sneak peek at the first novel to star the iconic heroine, Deadly Beloved. “Ideal for anyone who loves a bit of throwback hardboiled pulp.” – Crime Fiction Lover

Gun Honey Volume 2: Blood for Blood

Gun Honey Volume 2: Blood for Blood
Author: Charles Ardai
Publisher: Titan Comics
Total Pages: 116
Release: 2023-04-05
Genre: Comics & Graphic Novels
ISBN: 1787739805

Joanna Tan is back, sexier and deadlier than ever… She’ll get you the weapon you need, when you need it, where you need it – no matter how impossible. They call her GUN HONEY. But this time, somebody else is planting the weapons. Somebody who’s causing a lot of trouble. And with Joanna’s MO, the authorities are making her their number one suspect. It’s now up to Joanna to prove her innocence, and find the woman responsible for framing her for murder! Created by award-winning co-founder of Hard Case Crime Charles Ardai, and illustrated by breakout artist Ang Hor Kheng, GUN HONEY: BLOOD FOR BLOOD is a fast-paced mystery thriller that fans of the first graphic novel and classic pulp crime fiction will love.

Ms. Tree Volume 3

Ms. Tree Volume 3
Author: Max Allan Collins
Publisher: Titan Comics
Total Pages: 244
Release: 2021-10-27
Genre: Comics & Graphic Novels
ISBN: 1787737772

From the minds of Road to Perdition author Max Allan Collins and artist Terry Beatty comes another astounding collection of Ms. Tree comics featuring four classic crime cases, plus two bonus short stories. Follow Ms. Michael Tree, the 6ft, 9mm-carrying private eye, through her thrilling casebook as she races to solve crimes of passion, murder, and intrigue! No case is too small, no violence is too extreme – just as long as it gets the job done. The black widow of detective fiction returns in this third volume of classic Ms. Tree stories by the award-winning writer Max Allan Collins.

Catalog of Copyright Entries. Third Series

Catalog of Copyright Entries. Third Series
Author: Library of Congress. Copyright Office
Publisher: Copyright Office, Library of Congress
Total Pages: 1076
Release: 1962
Genre: Copyright
ISBN:

Includes Part 1, Number 1: Books and Pamphlets, Including Serials and Contributions to Periodicals (January - June)

The Big Hoax

The Big Hoax
Author: Carlos Trillo
Publisher: Titan Comics
Total Pages: 134
Release: 2020-07-29
Genre: Comics & Graphic Novels
ISBN: 1787735265

Set in the early 20th century banana republic of La Colonia, a young woman’s ‘virginity’ becomes the center of a disturbing mystery. Love, lies, and mortal danger surround her relationship with the man hired to protect her, and they soon find themselves at the mercy of a terrifying hitman called The Iguana, who will stop at nothing to conceal the truth and prevent an insurrection.

Ms. Tree Volume 2 - Skeleton in the Closet

Ms. Tree Volume 2 - Skeleton in the Closet
Author: Max Allan Collins
Publisher: Titan Comics
Total Pages: 292
Release: 2020-10-21
Genre: Comics & Graphic Novels
ISBN: 1787735273

Her business is deadly and always ends with a smoking gun! From write Max Allan Collins (Road to Perdition, Quarry, Mickey Spillane's Mike Hammer) and artist Terry Beatty (Return to Perdition, The Phantom Batman: Gotham Adventures) comes the second volume of the tough-as-nails private eye and her run-ins with love, deceit and the stench of gunpowder. The iconic crime fiction heroine is back. Ms. Tree remains the longest running private-eye comic to date. This casebook brings together six classic Ms. Tree stories. These include: 'The Devil's Punchbowl', 'Skeleton in the Closet', 'Cry Rape!', 'Horror Hotel', 'Roger's Story', and 'To Live and Die in Vietnam'. Also included is the thrilling short story 'Louise' by Max Allan Collins.

Nero Wolfe

Nero Wolfe
Author: Marvin Kaye
Publisher: Wildside Press LLC
Total Pages: 346
Release: 2005-11-01
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 1557424845

Since 1977, The Wolfe Pack has published "The Gazette," chockful of articles and tales of America's greatest sleuth, Nero Wolfe, who prefers beer and orchids to working at his West 35th Street brownstone. But thanks to Wolfe's wisecracking associate Archie Goodwin and his agent REX STOUT, Wolfe's seventy-two cases are mystery classics. NERO WOLFE: THE ARCHIE GOODWIN FILES is a new selection of Neronian delights carefully picked from over twenty-five years of The Gazette by veteran anthologist, novelist, and charter member of The Wolfe Pack Marvin Kaye.

The CBS Radio Mystery Theater

The CBS Radio Mystery Theater
Author: Gordon Payton
Publisher: McFarland
Total Pages: 486
Release: 2015-09-17
Genre: Performing Arts
ISBN: 0786492287

Almost every evening for nine years during the late 1970s and early 1980s, the CBS Radio Mystery Theatre brought monsters, murderers and mayhem together for an hour. Created, produced and directed by Himan Brown, the series remains a landmark in radio drama. This book is a detailed history and episode guide to the show. Descriptive information includes exact titles, airdates and rebroadcast dates, episode numbers, cast lists, writer and adapter credits, and a storyline synopsis. This material comes directly from CBS press releases in order to insure complete accuracy. Also included wherever possible are information about the actors and actresses, quotes from performers and writers (many from personal interviews), anecdotes about various scripts and sound effects, and other notes of interest.