Alfred Hitchcock Mystery Magazine - November/December 2023

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Here at AHMM we like stories that not only entertain, but that are also a bit unsettling. When you see another side of life through the eyes of characters in the gripe of crisis, after all, the effect should not be exactly soothing. And since this issue hits the stands in the midst of the Halloween season, it’s appropriate that a few of these stories also prey on our fears of the supernatural to induce that uneasy feeling. When you knock on our door, these are the kinds of treats we like to give out.

A bed-and-breakfast hosts a guest who claims she is on the verge of turning into a wolf in E. J. Copperman’s “Under a Fool Moon.” A returning veteran investigates the mysterious disappearance of a friend from high school in Bob Tippee’s “Pond Scout.” And a man who claims to have once been abducted by aliens feels threatened when a couple who also claim to have been abductees moves to his town in John F. Floyd’s “The Zeller Files.”

In Sharon Jarvis’s “Beam Me Up, Elsie,” a retired attorney assists an aging actor who is appearing at a science fiction convention when he’s charged with assault and possibly murder. A woman’s unconscious remark leads her husband to a reconsideration of events best forgotten in Jason Half’s “No Uncertain Terms.” And Dr. John H. Watson, on a mission to deliver a watch to a Russian count, unexpectedly arrives on the heels of murder in James Tipton’s “The Blue Palace.”

New Orleans detective Jacques Dugas investigates a grim discovery in O’Neil De Noux’s “The Split Man,” while Michael Bracken’s “Spilt Milk,” also set in Louisiana, involves a labor strike and murder. And Prohibition-era Mob conflict erupts in New York City in R. T. Lawton’s “Whiskey Curb.”

A musician who’s losing his hearing is found dead at his piano in an apparent suicide in John H. Dirckx’s “Finale in B Sharp Major.” P.I. Maggie Trevor is asked to provide security at a ritzy wedding in John C. Boland’s “Murder at the Keys Plantation. And much more...

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.