Magic Detective

They were pranksters. They were the best of friends. And they both loved a good mystery. And now Sherlock Holmes and Walt Whitman, the budding poet, are going to try and solve the greatest mystery of their lives: How does a mouse run up a clock? A shocking tale of innocence and a dark mystery that unfolds from a whimsy into a mystery of terror and suspense... That only courage and the right deductions can solve the mystery and save them

Magic, Murder, and a Meddling Parrot—Welcome to Aria’s World! Wedding specialist Aria Whitmore thought picking up an antique wedding dress would be easy. Then the owner, Fletcher Davenport, turns up dead—possibly killed by magic. Now, Aria is the prime suspect. Juggling bridezilla clients, a nosy mother, and a snack-obsessed, wisecracking parrot familiar, Aria has no time for murder accusations. But if she doesn’t clear her name fast, she might be next on the killer’s list. With time running out and magic in the air, Aria must solve the case before the real killer gets away. ...

A non-practicing seduction witch and a recovering dragon lord of lust will save the worlds if they don't destroy them first. Witley Pennmore, the wickedest witch of the east coast, has earned her place on the Senior Council, but she still doesn't know why a Sorcerer in Darkside is hanging her allies, and won't stop until she finds him and brings him to justice, or vengeance, whichever is most convenient. Meanwhile, Ian Featherwell, her unofficial ally is the latest target of assassination attempts on both his life and his character, as he tries to unravel the lies and corruption of the ...

From bestselling author P.S. Power... When you hold a treasure in your hand, no one sane would risk letting it go... Gwen Farris, the woman from another world, has a problem. One the lives inside her head. Katherine, the girl whose body she's taken over. Right or wrong, the original owner wants it back. The fact is that two people can't live in one body, so someone is going to have to go. One way or another. Gwen knows which person she's voting for, but Katherine Vernor might just have a different opinion. But some people shouldn't be allowed to live in the real world, and Kat might just be...

Back in Edinburgh after a harrowing case in London, enchantress investigator Elle Chambers is ready for rest, recovery, and a return to normal life. But normal is a moving target when you’re a witch on trial for murder. With the coven watching her every move, Elle must prepare to defend her life, her powers, and her reputation. Trouble deepens when Elle slips into a powerful witch dream and makes contact with an alternate version of her mother—one who may still be alive in another reality. The dream brings not only emotional upheaval but also a mysterious artifact with dangerous ...

When a young vampire, Alexei Romanov, is abducted by a deranged lunatic, the members of Immortal Council are forced to reveal their existence to Samantha Moon. The grief of losing one of their own members, coupled with their frustration at the careless behavior of new immortals, forces Julia Agrippina to employ Samantha Moon to find out who took Alexei, find him, and bring him home safely. Sam quickly discovers it’s an offer she can’t refuse. It seems the Council have been very active in the background of Los Angeles, ensuring locals don’t find out too much about the various creatures...

Book 3 Night of Nonsense Join me in this fast-paced and unpredictable adventure, where I ask: - Will the Great Horned Owl be my enemy or my friend? - Who is Bella the Bat, and can she help solve the case? - Can I save Elliott from a cunning fox or will she eat him as her snack? Life gets wild and crazy when I shrink to be only an inch tall. But I quickly learn that God is always with me no matter where I go or what happens to me. As I work with my forest friends, we discover we are stronger when we work together. Will I be able to solve the diary dilemma for my cousins? Even if I am only ...

Though forty miles away, Duston Heights is not safe from the flu that’s raging through Boston. When Johnny Dixon’s grandmother falls ill, he’s sent to live with his neighbor to avoid infection. So many locals are getting sick that school is canceled for a week, and the reclusive Dr. Abram Ashburn comes out of retirement to make house calls. After seeing a scary vision of his bedridden grandmother outside of a window, Johnny starts to feel on edge. Then he and his best friend find what looks to be a weird map of a cemetery in Dr. Ashburn’s house.

I'm less than thrilled when the Federal Bureau of Magic sends a training instructor to make sure my skills are up to snuff. Agent Quinn Redmond is an uptight fae with a rigid approach to rules and regulations that even a do-gooder like me finds stifling. When an eerie fog settles over the town, residents begin acting out in response, resulting in overtime hours for Chief Fox and local law enforcement. Things take a deadly turn when one of the residents ends up dead and I worry his death is only the beginning.

Weird Tales magazine is known for launching a number of sub-genres of fiction—cosmic horror, swords & sorcery, dark fantasy, and others. It has also greatly added to existing genres like science fiction, horror, and—a personal favorite of editor Jonathan Maberry—weird mystery stories. Or, as they became known—occult detective tales.

Former Chicago police officer, now Private Investigator, Johnny Sundown is being hunted. A religious fanatic with powers even greater than Johnny's has had a revelation: the magic-wielding Native American private detective is the purest of evil. And to usher in the ending of a sinful and corrupt world, God himself has commanded - Johnny Sundown must die.

Good books don't come to an end—or do they? Desperate to extend his shelf life which has come to an end, child-like hero Little Book accepts a daring mission: rescue sci-fi action hero Luke Shelfwalker who has gone missing on the dark side. Now, the kid's desire to remain in the bookstore may be his ultimate undoing for no one escapes this land which can turn deadly in the blink of an eye. But nothing will stop him from completing his assignment. Not even the enemy of books (a.k.a. the marauders) who rule the forbidden territory. With only hours ‘til the bookstore reopens, Little Book ...

Monty´s has no idea that his Christmas adventures are only beginning when he shrinks to the size of a mouse and meets a real mouse called Mortimer. They not only discover that his toys have come alive but that the whole of his Magic Kingdom is in danger. Not only has the Box of Hocus Pocus been opened but they are being visited by the Four, Black Cowboys of Disaster – and perhaps even a pixie. A cozy, magical story for all the year round. Suitable for 7-120 year olds.

What is truth when nothing is real Hidden away in the Gulf of Mexico lies an island with a dark past. Once a haven for bootleggers and outlaws, Oyster Island now hosts the renovated Majestic Hotel & Casino. It’s not only the living that calls this place home. Ghosts, ghouls, and creatures of the night roam freely, haunting the island’s residents and visitors. One fateful night, a magical flying unicorn visits Odette Mouton and takes her on a wild ride to the island’s backside, where she discovers a time portal. Guided by a time-walking calico cat, she embarks on a journey that blurs ...

Axel is hiding from the world. A killer robbed his happy marriage of its life. He has not recovered fully from the death of his wife. Now Metro of Vegas wants him back. Big time!! Can he return when the memories of his wife's death still so strong? Can he help stop a serial killer who has struck across the country? Axel is about to jump into a crime that has its roots in the darkest corners of humanity... ...THE OCCULT!

Every night is the same boring night for Emma O’Shae, as she runs her bar in post-apocalyptic New York City. It’s the same routing, breaking up fights, mopping up werewolf urine off the floor – chasing nasty, damn thieving imps out the door carrying a bag of her hard-won earnings. Things start to get too interesting when Emma’s bartender (and best friend) Jackie is found brutally murdered in the alley next door. Emma vows to seek revenge, but her public-spirited interference with the incompetent, uncaring police investigation - and her unwillingness to just let it drop – wins her ...

An exciting mystery series for kids! Steve, Matt, and Jenny always dreamed of becoming detectives. One day, their dreams become reality when they discover an ancient treasure map written by a pirate named Elias Darby over three hundred years ago. According to legend, the dying pirate hid a magical stone with mysterious powers somewhere in the Northern California hills, with only a poem titled El Alma de Dios as the key to locating it. As the trio begins their search for the treasure, they unknowingly attract the attention of an international jewel thief named Frank Alexander. When the ...

PENDELVE THE PARSER IS ON THE CASE. As winter thaws into spring, something sinister keeps the sleepy town of Lucidiss in chills. Ten lives have been claimed by a mysterious killer, and whispers point to a figure once adored—an eccentric jester rumored to have retreated into madness. Summoned to investigate is Pendelve the Parser, a detective with three beasts and a sharp mind. As he unravels the puzzle, he finds more than he bargained for: an old feud reignited, a shadowy foe lurking in the fog-drenched riverlands, and a deadly game where every move might be his last. In the midst of ...

As a private investigator in uber creepy Shadow Pines, Max Long had no shortage of missing person cases. Unfortunately, they all ended the same way...with dead bodies. Whenever someone vanished, the official cause always said the same thing: animal attack. Shadow Pines always bristled with paranormal rumors and wild conspiracy theories. However, the truth is far more terrifying than rumors: vampires made the scenic mountain town their personal feeding ground. Nature abhorrs a vacuum, but it also seeks balance. When someone dear to Max becomes a missing person case, he faces the most ...

Sherlock Holmes is just a thirteen years old child when a neighbor's home catches on fire. The neighbor, suspecting Holmes of setting the fire, accues Young Sherlock of the crime. On this night, Sherlock Holmes must use his mind to figure out how the fire started. And this marks the moment he begins developing his incredible powers of deduction. And in a second story, a fire happens in an alternate universe where magic exists, and the Holmes of that world must figure out what supernatural power or powers caused the burning of his neighbor’s home. Two stories that examine the way the ...