Martin's MINI Mysteries - Hardcover

Martin, J. Bruce

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0962289957 ISBN 13: 9780962289958

Publisher: Creative Consortium Inc, 1998

The seventeen short stories in this collection stand alone and can be read in any order. The one common element among them is that all are plot driven. There are six murders and one attempted murder, one suspected poisoning, and one assault. Other stories include a bank robbery, a burglary, a theft, two scams, an abduction combined with robbery of a jewelry store, and a case of threatening messages. Then, tucked in between, is a love story and several short verse. Settings include the Appalachian Trail, the Big Bend of the Rio Grande in Texas, an Elderhostel, a retirement home, a retirement party, a university, and a church.

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From the Publisher:

Bruce Martin is a prolific mystery short story writer whose works have appeared in Dream Weaver Magazine and Ellery Queen Mystery Magazine. This book is a captivating, eclectic collection of mini-mysteries. Bruce Martin brings broad and diverse career experience to his writing: chemical engineer, human relations manager, behavioral scientist, market research manager, corporate executive, and college professor. His hobbies enrich his writings, also. He has hike the 2138-mile Appalachian Trail, trekked in Nepal, and backpacked in the Chihuahuan Desert. When at home in Cincinnati, he sings in the Delta Kings barbershop chorus.

About the Author:

Bruce Martin is a prolific short story writer. His works have appeared in numerous magazines. Mystery stories are a favorite genre of this author, who delights in putting twists and turns in plots which constantly surpise the reader. His stories have great authenticity because they also integrate his vocal music talent and passion for hiking and trekking, as well as his professional career as a chemical engineer. In addition to writing, Bruce has been on faculty at three universities and is currently teacher/tutor for adults studying for the GED.

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