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25 Years of Twists, Turns, and Tales from the Modern Masters of Mystery and Fiction

De: Andrew F. Gulli - editor, Lamia J. Gulli - editor

A masterful celebration of twenty-five years of The Strand Magazine, this remarkable collection brings together an unforgettable selection of stories from the most celebrated voices in mystery, suspense, and literary fiction.

This star-studded anniversary anthology features over twenty-five unforgettable stories from internationally bestselling authors and literary legends. From the Nordic noir of Jo Nesbø and the lyricism of Tennessee Williams to the timeless imagination of Ray Bradbury and the courtroom wit of John Mortimer, these vivid tales reflect the range and tone that have defined The Strand Magazine for a quarter century.

Alongside lost works by icons like Shirley Jackson are stories by contemporary bestsellers including Ruth Ware, Joyce Carol Oates, Jeffery Deaver, James Lee Burke, and R. L. Stine. With a foreword by Alexander McCall Smith, it offers a rare blend of depth, wit, and atmospheric storytelling. A collector’s item and a tribute to enduring literary craftsmanship.

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