Alfred Hitchcock Mystery Magazine - January/February 2023

In this issue

Holidays and crime go well together because they offer such clear contrasts. Holidays are not only times of celebration, but also of well-ordered customs, rituals, and traditions. Against such a backdrop, the disorder and chaos of crime stand out all the more clearly—and crime’s resolution, with its restoration of order, is all the more satisfying. Our new issue features a bounty of stories adding a dark piquancy to the seasonal cheer.

The holidays regularly bring together extended families for a festive, if sometimes fraught, meal, and Steve Hockensmith captures the angst that arises when one young adult graduates to “The Grown-ups’ Table.” In John M. Floyd’s “Going the Distance,” a freak snowstorm in Mississippi strands an elderly man in his truck on the road, but for a mystery writer and a local sheriff, the details of the incident don’t compute. And for one cop and mother, a child’s familiar ritual echoes the lengths to which she must go to catch a serial killer, in Tara Laskowski’s “The Tooth Fairy.”

We are pleased to offer readers the gift of three writers new to our pages. “Ignatius Rum-and-Cola” by Andrew Welsh-Huggins is set at a Loyola mission and school on a Native reservation, where resentment and distrust run deep. A math teacher with a sideline gig as a P.I. steps into the fray to help a colleague in “Murder, with Resignation” by Ken Linn. And a retired cop turned community volunteer finds herself in the midst of a murder investigation when she spots her knitted craftwork on the hands of a victim in “The Mittens” by Marcelle Dubé.

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.