Bibliomysteries
Bibliomysteries by Otto Penzler is a reprint edition published by Pegasus Books on December 10, 2019. This collection features original stories from renowned authors such as Ian Rankin, Joyce Carol Oates, and Elizabeth George, all centered around the theme of books and their mysteries. With 532 pages, this anthology delves into narratives involving rare books, libraries, and collectors, making it a unique offering for fans of both literature and crime fiction.
Readers will encounter a variety of intriguing tales, including Ian Rankin’s story set in the famous Shakespeare & Co., and Joyce Carol Oates’ portrayal of an ambitious mystery fiction dealer. The anthology also includes contributions from other distinguished authors, each weaving their own narrative that explores the intersection of literature and mystery. This collection not only highlights the allure of bibliophilia but also showcases the creativity of its contributors in crafting stories that revolve around the world of books.
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Specially commissioned by the Mysterious Bookshop, the “bibliomysteries” in this unique collection feature original stories by the genre’s most distinguished authors: Ian Rankin, Thomas Perry, Joyce Carol Oates, Megan Abbott, and Elizabeth George.
This collection of crime for bibliophiles includes stories about rare books, bookshops, libraries, manuscripts, magical books, and collectors. Ian Rankin sets his tale of the lost original manuscript of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde in the legendary Shakespeare & Co., while F. Paul Wilson offers a book with remarkable powers. Joyce Carol Oates portrays an overly ambitious dealer in mystery fiction, while James Grady has the “Condor” working in the Library of Congress. Stephen Hunter tells a previously unknown story of Alan Turing set during World War I—involving a book that could change the history of the world—and Peter Lovesey writes about a box full of Agatha Christie titles that just may be priceless. Carolyn Hart’s story is about an astonishing inscription in a book, while Megan Abbott and Denise Mina add their Edgar-nominated stories to this stellar collection.
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