And here’s a giant salute to Ron Miller. This is his 75th issue as Art Director. He’s been either using his own artwork or that of his friend, the late Stephen Hickman (courtesy of Vicki Hickman), for covers since he took over. Hickman’s cover this issue is another great one.
Here’s the complete lineup:
Cover Art: Stephen Hickman
NOVELS
The Templeton Case, by Victor L. Whitechurch
A mysterious will, hidden motives, and a case that tests sharp wits…
The Maracot Deep, by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle
Explorers dive beneath the ocean waves—and find a lost world!
SOLVE-IT-YOURSELF MYSTERY
“Sweet Tooth,” by Hal Charles
Can you solve the mystery before the detective? All the clues are there!
SHORT STORIES
“A Dog of Justice,” by Neil S. Plakcy [Michael Bracken Presents short story]
When justice falters, one golden retriever helps uncover the real story.
“Catch-and-Kill,” by Pam Barnsley
She made a career chasing scandals—until one scandal came chasing her…
“Alibi,” by Hal Charles
A retired agent and his brother test a suspect’s shaky alibi at Fenway Park.
“The Story of a Skat Scoring Book,” by Maurice Baring [Sherlock Holmes series]
A lost scoring book draws Holmes and Watson into intrigue in snowy Russia!
“Unmistakable Laughter,” by Steven Mathes
On Venus, a salesman dares to bargain with a mountain that kills intruders.
“Assisted Evolution in the Suburban Life,” by Tim Fahlstedt
Machines hum, children excel, and doubt shadows a flawless society.
“Annabelle,” by Maureen Bowden
On Anglesey’s wild coast, witches, ghosts, and destiny entwine across ages.
“The Blessing of the Waters,” by Ruth Sawyer
On Donegal’s shores, hunger and hope collide with the mysteries of faery.