Black Cat Weekly #169

NOVELS

Hunter at Large, by Thomas B. Dewey
Detective Mickey Phillips seeks revenge after a deadly attack leaves his world in ruins. A classic noir crime novel. That Worlds May Live, by Nelson S. Bond
Scientists race to save Earth from mysterious cosmic rays. An interplanetary adventure filled with bold heroes, alien civilizations, and stunning revelations.

SERIAL NOVEL

The Dark Pilgrimage, by Edmund Glasby [Part 2 of 2]
The conclusion of the second apocalypse of Brother Santiago.

SOLVE-IT-YOURSELF MYSTERY

“A Memorable Clue,” by Hal Charles
Can you solve the mystery before the detective? All the clues are there!

SHORT STORIES

“The Intruder,” by Richie Narvaez [Michael Bracken Presents short story]
Missing cash, creaking floorboards, and an unlocked door—was it a thief, a lover, or something worse?

“Where There’s a Will,” by Elizabeth Hosang [Barb Goffman Presents short story]
A family’s Thanksgiving reunion turns deadly when Grandma’s will demands a murderous twist.

“The Couple Next Door,” by Wayne J. Gardiner
Two victims, no past, and no leads—the case seems impossible. But Reilly knows someone out there holds the deadly truth.

“Magpie,” by M.E. Proctor
A jade pendant vanishes, a fake Picasso raises eyebrows—and Alice’s magpie tendencies spark trouble in a family full of surprises.

“Misplaced Person,” by E.C. Tubb
Sleepless, emotionless, and terrified, Mark seeks answers to his fear.

NOVELET

“The Green Ray”, by Arthur Leo Zagat
A brilliant scientist perfects a devastating light-ray, but enemies close in.