Ellery Queen Mystery Magazine - September/October 2014

In this issue

Leading off the pages of this year’s special fall double issue is a new story by Charlaine Harris in which we meet again high-school principal Anne DeWitt, whose presence in her school is more than she lets on—and this time, a student detects her superheroesque role (“Sarah Smiles”).

In honor of the season, some spooky stories spice this issue’s mix, including an ethereal tale by Nicola Hodges set in an old house isolated by a storm (“The Much-Frequented House”) and a chilling new case for Terence Faherty’s Owen Keane (“Ghost Town”), in each of which the protagonist is left with a question about the barrier between life and death. A clever puzzle mystery by J.M. Ramage (“The Spectre of Olsanke Hrbitovy”) takes us to the eponymous Prague cemetery where a logical explanation is sought for nightly apparitions. Ghosts appear with persistence in search of their killers in Val McDermid’s “I Remember Yesterday” and in search of entertainment in Teresa Solana’s lighthearted “The Importance of Family Bonds.”

In other stories, monsters of a more concrete nature lurk in the guise of supposed friends or allies. In “The Hobby Cop” by Doug Allyn (featuring series Detective Dylan LaCrosse) a University police force seems to have been infiltrated by a killer; in “Pussycat, Pussycat” by Stephen Ross two unlikely companions may be on opposite sides of the Cold War; and in “The E-mail Always Pings Twice” by Greg Herren, an unwanted bit of mail raises the worst kind of suspicions about a loved one. Elsewhere, young characters have their first face-offs with the dark side of humanity (see “The Trash-Can Gang” by Tom Tolnay and “The Hard Type” by Carl Robinette). Violence and betrayal also infiltrate the most benign of suburban surroundings in Susan Perry Benson’s “Summer Solstice,” which takes us into the world of quilting, and in Brendan DuBois’s “The Very Best Neighbor.”

Ellery Queen Mystery Magazine Description:

Enter the captivating world of mystery fiction with Ellery Queen Mystery Magazine. We're excited to introduce you to this legendary publication, your premier destination for classic and contemporary mystery stories, detective tales, and crime fiction.

Ellery Queen Mystery Magazine, published by Penny Publications LLC, is not just a magazine; it's a timeless institution that has been a beacon for mystery enthusiasts for decades.

As you explore the pages of Ellery Queen Mystery Magazine, you'll find a world of content that caters to mystery aficionados and lovers of crime fiction:

* Classic Mysteries: Enjoy timeless classics and iconic mysteries that have stood the test of time.

* Contemporary Crime Fiction: Dive into the latest works of contemporary authors, exploring new twists and turns in the world of crime.

* Detective Stories: Experience the thrill of detective stories, featuring brilliant investigators, cunning criminals, and perplexing puzzles.

* Short Story Collections: Access a curated selection of short stories that deliver suspense, intrigue, and surprise in every page.

* Author Interviews: Gain insights into the minds of mystery authors with exclusive interviews and behind-the-scenes glimpses into their creative process.


Ellery Queen Mystery Magazine is your key to unlocking a world of mystery, suspense, and intellectual challenge. Subscribe now and immerse yourself in the timeless art of deduction.