Alfred Hitchcock Mystery Magazine - April 2014

In this issue

In the introduction to her 1929 anthology The Omnibus of Crime, Dorothy L. Sayers ponders the “possibility that the detective-story will some time come to an end, simply because the public will have learnt all the tricks.” Twenty-first century readers may be savvy indeed about the “tricks” of the genre, but Ms. Sayers underestimates the ingenuity and determination of her successors, as each new issue of AHMM demonstrates.
This month alone, the power of authorial invention takes us from terrorism in American streets, in Loren D. Estleman’s WWII-era procedural “Sitting Ducks,” to the ethical challenges posed by new inventions, in Tony Richards’s “The Danua Boy”; and from the peregrinations of a knight in medieval France, in Gigi Vernon’s “Purse Strings,” to Tara Laskowski’s hauntingly open-ended “The Monitor.” So long as we have authors blessed with imagination and the desire to entertain, readers of mystery and crime stories need never fear that they have learned all the tricks.

Alfred Hitchcock Mystery Magazine Description:

Alfred Hitchcock Mystery Magazine is a captivating publication that embraces the suspenseful and enigmatic world of mystery fiction. Named after the legendary filmmaker and master of suspense himself, Alfred Hitchcock, this magazine continues to be a staple for mystery enthusiasts seeking thrilling and thought-provoking stories.

Since its inception in 1956, Alfred Hitchcock Mystery Magazine has been a platform for both established and emerging authors to showcase their talent in the realm of mystery writing. Each issue is filled with a diverse collection of short stories and novellas that encompass a wide range of subgenres, including traditional whodunits, psychological thrillers, and intricate puzzles. From cleverly crafted plots to unforgettable characters, the magazine delivers an immersive reading experience that keeps readers eagerly turning the pages.

Over the years, Alfred Hitchcock Mystery Magazine has remained a beloved publication among fans of mystery fiction, providing a platform for renowned authors like Agatha Christie, Arthur Conan Doyle, and Raymond Chandler, while also introducing fresh voices and emerging talent.

Don't miss out on the opportunity to explore the captivating world of mystery fiction through the pages of Alfred Hitchcock Mystery Magazine, where every issue promises to immerse you in a labyrinth of suspense and keep you guessing until the very end.