New Releases by Art Taylor

Ten years after winning the Agatha Award for Best First Novel, Art Taylor''s debut book is on the road again. Del''s a small-time crook with a moral conscience-robbing convenience stores for tuition and academic expenses. Brash and sassy Louise goes from being a holdup victim to Del''s lover and accomplice. Hitching their meager fortunes together, they set out in search of a fresh start, an honest life, and a chance to build a family. Fueled by road-trip energy and rom-com vibes, their journey takes them cross-country-with pit stops into every brand of suspense: a real-estate scam in Southern California, a screwball heist in Napa Valley, a hold-up in a Vegas wedding chapel, and a wintry detour into North Dakota noir before a sharp turn toward Louise''s home state of North Carolina. But is home where the heart is-or just another brand of heartache threatening their happily-ever-after? Find out in a novel in stories that the Washington Independent Review of Books praised as "sweet, endearing, charming, quirky, a delightful romp."

This issue, we have novels from golden age mystery author Annie Haynes and British master Edmund Glasby, plus mystery shorts by Gregory Meece and Art Taylor (thanks to Acquiring Editors Michael Bracken and Barb Goffman), as well as Marian McMahon Stanley, plus science fiction shorts from Tom Easton, E.C. Tubb, and Raymond Z. Gallun, and fantasy from Greg Chamberlin. Fun stuff. And, of course, there’s a new solve-it-yourself puzzler from Hal Charles. Spring is in the air, so it’s time for big announcements. Alas, I don’t have any! Black Cat Weekly has found a nice rhythm and is chugging along nicely, and I hope you’re enjoying all it has to offer. As a general reminder, it wasn’t conceived as a magazine where you had to read every word. We have a variety of genres (and sub-genres) so you can pick and choose what appeals to you. Here’s the complete lineup— Cover Art: Steve Hickman NOVELS The Crow’s Inn Tragedy, by Annie Haynes When a solicitor is found strangled in his office, secrets and scandal unfold. The Devil’s Agent, by Edmund Glasby A Hollywood producer is dead, a bizarre cult lurks in the shadows, and an ex-FBI agent must face the unthinkable… SOLVE-IT-YOURSELF MYSTERY “The Birthday Riddle,” by Hal Charles Can you solve the mystery before the detective? All the clues are there! SHORT STORIES “Deadly Dismissal,” by Gregory Meece [Michael Bracken Presents short story] A principal’s rigid routine hides a deadly secret. Who had the motive—and the chance—to kill him? “Rearview Mirror,” by Art Taylor [Barb Goffman Presents short story] A road trip, a heist, and a love tested—how far will trust stretch before it snaps? “The Research Project,” Marian McMahon Stanley What did Edna Fuller uncover before she vanished? “The Talking Dead,” by Tom Easton Murder victims speak from beyond the grave—but can they name their killer? “First Effort,” by E.C. Tubb Lost in space, three men face the unthinkable—how long can they survive? “Terror Out of the Past,” by Raymond Z. Gallun Beneath ancient hills, a hidden structure emerges. What secrets does it hold—and who will claim them? “G.I.G.O,” by Gregg Chamberlin An old computer, a digital genie, and a wish gone wrong—fortune favors the careful!

This issue of Black Cat Mystery Magazine features a fresh array of gripping short crime and mystery stories. From heart-pounding tales of suspense to more subtle explorations of crime, each story showcases unique voices in the genre. Included are: ARMADILLO BY MORNING, by Stacy Woodson AFTER THEIR CONVICTIONS, SIX MURDERERS REFLECT ON HOW KILLING MR. BODDY CHANGED THEIR LIVES, by Tara Laskowski and Art Taylor PROMISES TO KEEP, by Gert-Jan Van Den Bemd A COLD DAY IN HELENA, by John M. Floyd HUMAN WASTE, by Davin Ireland HIVA-OA, by J.W. Wood MOST IMPORTANT MEAL OF THE DAY, by R.T. Lawton LUXURY GOODS, by R.M. Lowery THE CHILD, by Elizabeth Elwood GETTING BACK INTO HEAVEN, by Marcelle Dubé AN IMP IN SPY''S CLOTHING, by Robert Jeschonek LET''S SETTLE THIS, by Jack Ritchie

This time, we have original mysteries from Wil A. Emerson (thanks to Acquiring Editor Michael Bracken) and Billie Livingston, plus a great tale by Art Taylor (thanks to Acquiring editor Barb Goffman). Our mystery novel is by Golden Age British author G.D.H. Cole. Plus, of course, there’s a solve-it-yourself puzzler from Hal Charles. On the science fiction and fantasy end, we have tales by Grand Master Robert Silverberg, plus classics by Stephen Marlowe, William P. Salton, and a novelet by P.F. Costello. A historical fantasy from Weird Tales by Otis Adelbert Kline and E. Hoffmann Price rounds things out.

A second volume of mystery and suspense short stories by Art Taylor

Any barbershop worth its Burma Shave will give you not just a cut but a conversation too. In “A Close Shave,” that chat becomes more of a monologue—but pay attention to the quiet fellow under the bib, because he’s got an agenda of his own. Ready for a cut? Step on up—two chairs, no waiting!

Welcome to Black Cat Weekly #39. It’s hard to believe BCW is 39! As with every magazine, our goals include not just entertaining our readers, but making every issue better than the last. I finally feel like we’re on top of production methods, and the contents keep offering a selection of great stories for every reader’s taste. (If you can’t find something you love here, I’d be very surprised.) From classic pulp fiction to modern SF and mysteries (not to mention our ventures into adventure fiction and westerns), we cover all the bases. Here''s the lineup: Mysteries / Suspense / Adventure: “Last Seen Heading East” by Joseph S. Walker [Michael Bracken Presents short story] “A Little Boy Is Missing,” by Saul Golubcow [short story] “A Secret Admirer,” by Hal Charles [solve-it-yourself mystery] “A Close Shave,” by Art Taylor [Barb Goffman Presents short story] The Case of Angus Blair, by Hulbert Footner [novel] The Affair in Death Valley, by Clifford Knight [novel] Science Fiction & Fantasy: “The Last Ride of German Freddie,” by Walter Jon Williams [Cynthia Ward Presents short story] “The Rat Aloft,” by John Gregory Betancourt [short story] “A Question of Salvage,” by Malcolm Jameson [novella] “The Secret of Kralitz,” by Henry Kuttner [short story] “The Monster-God of Mamurth,” by Edmond Hamilton [short story]

The first-ever book of stories by Art Taylor, one of the most highly acclaimed short story writers in the genre today

The first-ever book of stories by Art Taylor, one of the most highly acclaimed short story writers in the genre today.

Black Cat Mystery Magazine is a new journal devoted to the best in mystery short fiction. Crime? Noir? Cozy? Private eye? You''ll find all genres present and accounted for -- with new tales by the best writers of today! The first issue features contributions by Art Taylor, John Floyd, Alan Orloff, Kaye George, Josh Pachter, Barb Goffman, Meg Opperman, Michael Bracken, Dan Andriacco, and Jack Halliday. Plus 2 classic reprints by James Holding and Fletcher Flora! Complete contents: Getting Away, by Alan Orloff Fairy Tales, by Art Taylor Eb and Flo, by Josh Pachter Crazy Cat Lady, by Barb Goffman A Pie to Die For, by Meg Opperman Murder at Madame Tussaud’s, by Dan Andriacco Rooster Creek, by John M. Floyd Don’t Bank on It, by Jack Halliday Dixie Quickies, by Michael Bracken Flight to the Flirty Flamingo, by Kaye George The Italian Tile Mystery, by James Holding Beside a Flowering Wall, by Fletcher Flora The ABCs of Murder, by Josh Pachter

A quarterly magazine of short crime fiction featuring some of today''s hottest crime fiction writers alongside up-and-coming writers.

J2EE: Design, Develop and Deploy WorldClass Java Software is the Java developer''s one-stop guide to creating and deploying J2EE components! Art Taylor, an experienced J2EE programmer, trainer, and author, illustrates the importance of architecture and design in effective J2EE applet deployment. The case studies and accompanying code provide readers with what they need to know to design, architect and deploy J2EE applets effectively. In addition, the author provides technical depth about a wide spectrum of J2EE technologies, touching on virtually all relevant aspects of J2EE development, including JSPs, servlets, RMI, network programming, and extensive Enterprise JavaBeans coverage.

J2EE is the programming language backbone of Web services from Sun Microsystems and other major software developers. This work provides instruction on how to hack proof your applications, common Java attacks, countermeasures and specific case studies. Since open-source solutions continue to gain ground in the application server market, the open-source Jboss application server and the Tomcat Web server is covered in detail in addition to the independent software vendor market leader, BEA WebLogic.

This book highlights the benefits of web development using Java tools. This book demonstrates how to make this technology work.

Art Taylor, an experienced J2EE programmer, trainer, and author, illustrates the importance of architecture and design in effective J2EE applet deployment. The case studies and accompanying code provide readers with what they need to know to design, architect and deploy J2EE applets effectively.

The sixth title in the fast-selling "Resource Series" this "Developer''s Resource" shows how to use and maximize the utility of the Java Programming language with relational databases. The CD-ROM contains Mojo, a rapid application development tool for Java, JDK 1.1, and JDBC/ODBC drivers from Visigenic.

Notes and Tones is one of the most controversial, honest, and insightful books ever written about jazz. As a black musician himself, Arthur Taylor was able to ask his subjects hard questions about the role of black artists in a white society. Free to speak their minds, these musicians offer startling insights into their music, their lives, and the creative process itself. This expanded edition is supplemented with previously unpublished interviews with Dexter Gordon and Thelonious Monk, a new introduction by the author, and new photographs. Notes and Tones consists of twenty-nine no-holds-barred conversations which drummer Arthur Taylor held with the most influential jazz musicians of the ''60s and ''70s-including: