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Death of a Cure    by Steven H Jackson
Price: $0.99 USD. 112120 words. Published on September 14, 2009. .

A riveting & powerful first novel that combines insider knowledge of the workings of not-for-profit organizations exposing a shocking account of those who abuse their power to subvert the trust of the very people they promise to help. Jackson, with his gift of language, creates credible characters that set the stage for a chilling conspiracy, deception and murder.
Death at the Fair    by Frances McNamara
Price: $6.99 USD. 72640 words. Published by alliumpress on February 4, 2010. .

The 1893 World’s Columbian Exposition provides the vibrant backdrop for this engrossing tale. While Emily is busy exploring the Exposition with her family and friends, one of them is accused of murder. She sets out to search for the truth behind the crime, but is thwarted by the thieves, corrupt politicians, and gamblers ever present in Chicago. Will appeal to history buffs and mystery fans.
Death at Hull House    by Frances McNamara
Price: $6.99 USD. 80270 words. Published by alliumpress on March 29, 2010. .

Emily Cabot is expelled from the University of Chicago, and finds work at Jane Addams’s Hull House. A man is murdered in the parlor, and Emily must determine whether one of her colleagues is responsible, or whether the murder is revenge for a family tragedy. As a smallpox epidemic rages through Chicago, Emily finds herself in jeopardy from both the deadly disease and a killer.
The Pandoran War Serial Part One    by Dante D'Anthony
Price: $2.99 USD. 20980 words. Published on July 8, 2010. .

The Pandoran War is a retro epic in the tradition of Asimov's Foundation Series,an updated "5th Element" style sporty elan, and a Robert Bly eye to the symbolic. Pirate mercenaries from the Pleiades Star cluster are in league with a fleet general gone rad operating with a Cybernetic Overlord to desperately find a defense for humanity as psychopathic entities from another dimension swarm ours.
Harmonics: Rise of the Magician    by Collin Earl
Price: Free! 70590 words. Published by DarkFire Press  on December 4, 2010. .

Samantha Montgomery of Academy City 676 always dreamed of life outside of school. Sometimes you have to be careful what you wish for. A rogue weapons manufacturer, a ruthless killer, and a schoolgirl converge as a weapon so advanced it defies the laws of physics is a mere breath away from being unleashed on the world. Now it’s up to Sam and some unexpected allies to keep it out of the wrong hands.
Thin Ice    by Mark Ammons
Price: $4.99 USD. 88650 words. Published on March 24, 2011. .

Hardboiled hilarity or gritty noir, suspense or sibling subterfuge, capers or cons, or even an especially abnormal pair of paranormal shoes, anything can happen when you venture onto Thin Ice. New England's most acclaimed crime writers, along with exciting new voices, weave twenty-five tales from the dark side. Includes Edgar, Agatha and Derringer-nominated stories, and Al Blanchard Award Winner.
The Kidnapping of Billy Buttons    by R.G. Crossley
Price: $2.99 USD. 13530 words. Published by 53rd Street Publishing  on April 28, 2011. .

A Razor and Edge Mystery Razor and Edge help a twelve year old boy recover his teddy bear. They discover ties to royalty, and Billy Buttons may not belong to him. Includes a free Razor and Edge bonus story. See a free preview of the new original mystery novel, Death of A Hairdresser after the two stories.
First Feature    by Jason Blacker
Price: $2.99 USD. 101870 words. Published on May 17, 2011. .

First Feature is a bitingly wry detective whodunit featuring ex-LAPD's not so celebrated detective Anthony Carrick as he juggles mafia lords, drug addled neophytes, nymphomaniacs, gay counterculture, vegan hippies and tinsel town's dark side in a quest to uncover a homicide in the midst of his own personal turmoil.
Money Ain't Nothing    by Jason Blacker
Price: $0.99 USD. 8200 words. Published on May 18, 2011. .

Money ain’t nothing if you’ve got a lot of it. But then again, a lot of money won’t necessarily buy happiness either. In this Anthony Carrick mystery, hard boiled detective Anthony Carrick is asked to solve the murder of a rich dame’s son. Police think it’s an accidental death, but could it be something more sinister?
Mulberry Grove: The Radio    by James L. Grant
Price: $2.99 USD. 21440 words. Published on August 28, 2011. .

An old radio from the 1940s brings the kids into contact with the past. Instead of receiving regular broadcasts, the radio picks up the voice of Jennifer's grandfather who died during WWII. A psychic and a psychologist get entangled in the action as Luke, David, and Jennifer try to locate a clock tower, which contains a hidden surprise from Jennifer's grandfather.