Midsummer Mysteries Short Stories : From the Crime Writers Association
(Autor) Martin EdwardsEditor Martin Edwards has commissioned an entertaining range of stories from the membership of the world's most celebrated group of crime and mystery writers, the Crime Writers' Association (CWA) . Founded over 70 years ago by John Creasey, the Crime Writers’ Association supports, promotes and celebrates this most durable, adaptable and successful of genres, while supporting writers of every kind of crime fiction and non-fiction. In this new collection, enjoy 19 original, thrilling mysteries packed full of enthralling characters, drama and intrigue, by the following authors: SJ Bennett, J.C. Bernthal, Chris Curran, Judith Cutler, Luke Deckard, Victoria Dowd, Martin Edwards, Kate Ellis, Helen Fields, Paula Lennon, G.M. Malliet, William Burton McCormick, Tom Mead, Christine Poulson, Jacquie Rogers, Meeti Shroff-Shah, Chris Simms, Art Taylor and L.C. Tyler. The Flame Tree Beyond and Within short story collections bring together tales of myth and imagination by modern and contemporary writers, carefully selected by anthologists, and sometimes featuring short stories from a single author. Overall the series presents a wide range of diverse and inclusive voices, often with myth-inflected short fiction, and an emphasis on the supernatural, science fiction, the mysterious and the speculative. The books themselves are gorgeous with foiled covers, printed edges and published only in hardcover editions, offering a lifetime of reading pleasure.
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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