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Blood Ties / Final Cut    by Jochem Vandersteen
Price: Free! 10350 words. Language: English. Published on November 17, 2010. Fiction » Mystery & detective » Short Stories.

Two PI's in one book! Tim Wohlforth presents a Jim Wolf short story, J. Vandersteen a Noah Milano tale. These two tough PI's follow the legacy from Black Mask in their own special way.
The Dead Don't Speak    by Bridget Squires
Price: Free! 920 words. Language: English. Published on November 16, 2010. Fiction » Mystery & detective » Short Stories.

0.5 star(4.43 from 7 reviews)
A killer stalks the night. This is the first in "The Dead Don't..." series. Follow the tale of a twisted man who murders women on their first date. Will this serial killer be caught? Or will he go on claiming Trophies? Please leave a review and keep an eye out for the next tale "The Dead Don't Lie"
First Impressions    by David DeLee
Price: Free! 9500 words. Language: English. Published by Dark Road Publishing  on November 16, 2010. Fiction » Mystery & detective » Short Stories.

0.5 star(4.50 from 2 reviews)
“Former cop, Grace deHaviland is one tough cookie... fresh and appealing. She is the kind of woman every woman wants to be. Tough, savvy, and unafraid, Grace is a strong character to follow." -- Suspense Magazine
Quantum Uncertainty    by Ryan M. Williams
Price: $0.99 USD. 3650 words. Language: English. Published by Glittering Throng Press  on November 15, 2010. Fiction » Mystery & detective » Short Stories.

Q-Prime hired Detective Barry Holliday, "Doc" to his friends, for a little piece of information recovery. Recover stolen files and email them back. Easy, nothing to it — except a secret that could change the world! A science fiction story by the author of "Dark Matters".
The World's Best Coffee    by C.D. Reimer
Price: $0.99 USD. 1520 words. Language: English. Published on November 11, 2010. Fiction » Mystery & detective » Short Stories.

(5.00 from 1 review)
Diving for the world's best coffee is a simple affair for Mark. When the store is crowded with people ordering and waiting for their coffee, he waits for the right order to be announce, steps forward to pick it up, and walks out the door to enjoy. That is until Georgia follows him all over the shopping center to get back what belongs to her.
The Uninvited Spook    by C.D. Reimer
Price: $0.99 USD. 1680 words. Language: English. Published on November 9, 2010. Fiction » Mystery & detective » Short Stories.

While 75-year-old George is late for his own surprise birthday party, and his wife Gracie is promising to kill him if he doesn't show up soon, three veteran spymasters step out on the balcony to discuss his future with the Agency. The uninvited spook across the street listens in and disagrees with every word.
With Friends Like These    by Lauryn Christopher
Price: $2.99 USD. 9790 words. Language: English. Published by CamdenParkPress on November 9, 2010. Fiction » Mystery & detective » Short Stories.

Five girlfriends believe they know everything about each other -- but one of them carries too many secrets -- secrets that tear at her heart and eat at her friendships. Secrets she will kill to protect. (a "Hit Lady for Hire" novelette by Lauryn Christopher)
Escape: Dark Mystery Tales    by Lisa Polisar
Price: $2.99 USD. 39100 words. Language: English. Published by NukeWorks Publishing  on November 7, 2010. Fiction » Mystery & detective » Short Stories.

From the quiet English countryside to the gritty streets of Boston’s Chinatown, there is a silent commonality among these eerie tales – Polisar’s fascination with the darkness of the human psyche. Whether it's murder in a jazz club or deadly assassins, Polisar’s intricate storytelling and startling characters will take you on an unforgettable journey from fear and terror to escape.
Riley Come Home    by Evelyn David
Price: $0.99 USD. 6630 words. Language: English. Published on November 5, 2010. Fiction » Mystery & detective » Short Stories.

Fans of The Sullivan Investigations Mystery series will recognize the characters in this short story. Private Detective Mac Sullivan, his romantic interest Rachel Brenner, and his Irish Wolfhound partner Whiskey search for a missing show dog. This is a light, fun romp, for "who-dun-it" mystery lovers.
The Holiday Spirit(s) of Lottawatah    by Evelyn David
Price: $2.99 USD. 15010 words. Language: English. Published on November 5, 2010. Fiction » Mystery & detective » Women Sleuths.

The third volume of Brianna Sullivan Mysteries finds psychic Brianna Sullivan still in over her head in Lottawatah, Oklahoma and maybe head over heels for Deputy Cooper Jackson. 'Tis the season to be jolly and the ghosts of Lottawatah are determined to horn in on the holiday revelry in "Giving Thanks in Lottawatah," and "Bah, Humbug in Lottawatah."