Cosy Crime Short Stories
(Author) Martin EdwardsCosy crime fiction is a popular phenomenon, with its safe but intriguing boundaries. This latest addition to the Gothic Fantasy series is packed with armchair detectives, murders in the vicarage, family secrets unravelling in gossipy ears, and the ingredients of a genteel bloodbath in an otherwise delightful village. Contains a fabulous mix of classic and brand new writing, with contemporary authors from the US, Canada, and the UK. New, contemporary and notable writers featured are: Stephanie Bedwell-Grime, Joshua Boyce, Sarah Holly Bryant, Jeffrey B. Burton, C.B. Channell, Gregory Von Dare, Amanda C. Davis, Michael Martin Garrett, Philip Brian Hall, E.E. King, Tom Mead, Trixie Nisbet, Annette Siketa , B. David Spicer, Nancy Sweetland, Louise Taylor, and Elise Warner. These appear alongside classic stories by authors such as Arthur Conan Doyle, R. Austin Freeman, Arthur Morrison, Baroness Orczy, Catherine Louisa Pirkis and G.K. Chesterton.
Martin Edwards
Martin Edwards is a British crime writer and editor known for his contributions to the genre of crime fiction. He has written several acclaimed mystery novels including "The Coffin Trail" and "The Golden Age of Murder". Edwards is also a respected editor, having compiled numerous anthologies of crime stories.
His writing style is characterized by intricate plots, well-developed characters, and a keen eye for detail. Edwards is praised for his ability to create a sense of atmosphere and suspense in his works, keeping readers on the edge of their seats until the very end.
One of his most famous works is "The Golden Age of Murder", a non-fiction book that explores the lives and works of the leading crime writers of the 1920s and 1930s. This book has been hailed as a definitive account of the era and has solidified Edwards' reputation as an authority on classic crime fiction.
Overall, Martin Edwards has made a significant impact on the crime fiction genre through his writing, editing, and scholarly contributions. His works continue to be celebrated by readers and critics alike for their intelligence, creativity, and timeless appeal.
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