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Apparition Alley

Katherine V. Forrest
Apparition Alley Book PDF

Author : Katherine V. Forrest
Publisher : Bella Books
Page : 258 pages
File Size : 43,9 Mb
Release : 2010-09-01
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9781935226499

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Kate Delafield is at war. With LAPD’s Department of Internal Affairs which is challenging her conduct during an arrest gone disastrously wrong. With the police psychologist who holds in her hands the power to keep Kate off the job—and is exercising it. With her police partner who has gone AWOL in Kate’s hour of need. With the police colleagues who condemn the investigation and defense she’s undertaken for a cowboy cop who looks guilty beyond doubt of the bad shooting charges brought against him. With the woman she loves who has been brutally reminded of the dangers in Kate’s job. Worst of all, Kate is at war with herself, forced to question the integrity of her own police department, and forced to make a decision that will crucially affect her own LGBT community. Apparition Alley ranks as the most electric and suspenseful of the storied Kate Delafield mystery series. A Kate Delafield Mystery Series Book 6. First Published by Berkley Prime Crime 1997.

Apparition Alley

Katherine V. Forrest
Apparition Alley Book PDF

Author : Katherine V. Forrest
Publisher : Berkley Trade
Page : 262 pages
File Size : 40,7 Mb
Release : 2000-12
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 0425176770

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Apparition Alley by Katherine V. Forrest Pdf

In a compelling novel of police misconduct and scandal, Kate Delafield is drawn into what appears to be a shocking conspiracy to prevent the outing of gay cops. "An unqualified knockout".--"Lambda Book Report".

Contemporary American Crime Fiction

Hans Bertens,T. D'haen
Contemporary American Crime Fiction Book PDF

Author : Hans Bertens,T. D'haen
Publisher : Springer
Page : 233 pages
File Size : 54,7 Mb
Release : 2001-10-25
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9780230508316

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Contemporary American Crime Fiction by Hans Bertens,T. D'haen Pdf

This highly accessible, lively and informative study gives a clear and comprehensive overview of recent trends in American crime fiction. Building on a discussion of the immediate predecessors, Bertens and D'haen focus on the work of popular and award-winning authors of the last fifteen years. Particular attention is given to writers who have reworked established conventions and explored new directions, especially women and those from ethnic minorities.

Twentieth Century Crime Fiction

Gill Plain
Twentieth Century Crime Fiction Book PDF

Author : Gill Plain
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 273 pages
File Size : 53,7 Mb
Release : 2014-07-16
Category : Literary Collections
ISBN : 9781135974541

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First Published in 2001. Routledge is an imprint of Taylor & Francis, an informa company.

Katherine V. Forrest

Phyllis M. Betz
Katherine V Forrest Book PDF

Author : Phyllis M. Betz
Publisher : McFarland
Page : 203 pages
File Size : 50,8 Mb
Release : 2017-02-27
Category : Literary Criticism
ISBN : 9781476662565

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Katherine V. Forrest by Phyllis M. Betz Pdf

Best known for her Kate Delafield detective series, Katherine V. Forrest is recognized as one of the preeminent figures in lesbian popular literature. Yet her work has received little scholarly attention. This critical study explores Forrest's entire body of work, including her fiction and (perhaps more importantly) her writing about writing, popular genres and her readers. Her science fiction and romance novels are analyzed, with a focus on the reasons behind their enduring appeal. Her most famous romance, Curious Wine, originally published in 1984, remains in print--a longevity far exceeding the typical romance novel.

The Gay Detective Novel

Judith A. Markowitz
The Gay Detective Novel Book PDF

Author : Judith A. Markowitz
Publisher : McFarland
Page : 313 pages
File Size : 55,5 Mb
Release : 2015-02-16
Category : Literary Criticism
ISBN : 9780786482771

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The Gay Detective Novel by Judith A. Markowitz Pdf

Gertrude Stein called it "the only really modern novel form that has come into existence," yet the mystery genre was a century old before it featured its first gay main character in a novel. Since then, gay and lesbian detective fiction has been one of the fastest growing segments of the genre. It incorporates gay and lesbian cultural elements and offers crossover appeal. Its authors call upon a century of development in the mystery genre, while providing new, more accurate images of lesbians and gay men than generally found in mainstream literature and popular media. This groundbreaking study of gay and lesbian detective fiction examines mystery series and historically significant stand-alone novels published since the early 1960s. Part I is an overview that describes how these novels make gay and lesbian life visible and forge new, powerful images. It also examines how they fit into the larger history of mystery fiction. The series analyses in Part II are grouped according to the type of main character (police officer, private investigator, amateur sleuth, etc.). Each section discusses main and secondary characters of that type, characteristic themes for the group, and more. The analyses of individual series cover main characters, themes, plot points and other elements. Comments from authors interviewed for this book play a central role in those analyses. Part III lists series-spanning themes (e.g., homophobia, the closet, gay marriage) and the novels and series that address each of those themes.

Romance Fiction

Kristin Ramsdell
Romance Fiction Book PDF

Author : Kristin Ramsdell
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing USA
Page : 1138 pages
File Size : 40,9 Mb
Release : 2012-03-02
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN : 9798216140580

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Romance Fiction by Kristin Ramsdell Pdf

A comprehensive guide that defines the literature and the outlines the best-selling genre of all time: romance fiction. More than 2,000 romances are published annually, making it difficult for fans and the librarians who advise them to keep pace with new titles, emerging authors, and constant evolution of this dynamic genre. Fortunately, romance expert and librarian Kristin Ramsdell provides a definitive guide to this fiction genre that serves as an indispensible resource for those interested in it—including fans searching for reading material—as well as for library staff, scholars, and romance writers themselves. This title updates the last edition of Romance Fiction: A Guide to the Genre, published in 1999.While the emphasis is on newer titles, many of the important older classics are retained, keeping the focus of the book on the entire genre, instead of only those titles published during the last decade. Specific changes include new chapters on linked and continuing romances, a new section on "Chick Lit" in the Contemporary Romance chapter, an expansion of coverage on the alternative reality subset. This is THE romance genre guide to have.

The American Police Novel

Leroy Lad Panek
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Author : Leroy Lad Panek
Publisher : McFarland
Page : 303 pages
File Size : 41,7 Mb
Release : 2015-09-17
Category : Literary Criticism
ISBN : 0786481374

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The American Police Novel by Leroy Lad Panek Pdf

The American police novel emerged soon after World War II and by the end of the century it was one of the most important forms of American crime fiction. The vogue for either Holmesian genius or the plucky amateur detective dominated mystery fiction until mid-century; the police hero offered a way to make the traditional mystery story contemporary. The police novel reflects sociology and history, and addresses issues tied to the police force, such as corruption, management, and brutality. Since the police novel reflects current events, the changing natures of crime, court procedures, and legislation have an impact on its plots and messages. An examination of the police novel covers both the evolution of a genre of fiction and American culture in general. This work traces the emergence of the police officer as hero and the police novel as a significant popular genre, from the cameo appearances of police in detective novels of the 1930s and 1940s through the serial killer and forensic novels of the 1990s. It follows the ways in which professional writers and police officers turned writers view the police individually and collectively. The work chronicles the ways in which changes in the law and society have affected the actions of the police and shows how the protagonists of police novels have changed in gender, race, nationality, sexual orientation, and age over the years. The major writers examined begin with Julian Hawthorne in the nineteenth century, and include such writers as S.S. van Dine, Ellery Queen, Erle Stanley Gardner, Ed McBain, Chester Himes, MacKinley Kantor, Hillary Waugh, Dorothy Uhnak, Joseph Wambaugh, Bob Leuci, W.E.B. Griffin, and Carol O’Connor.

The Nation Guide to the Nation

Richard Lingeman,Nation Magazine
The Nation Guide to the Nation Book PDF

Author : Richard Lingeman,Nation Magazine
Publisher : Vintage
Page : 402 pages
File Size : 44,5 Mb
Release : 2009-01-06
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 9780307387288

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The Nation Guide to the Nation by Richard Lingeman,Nation Magazine Pdf

The essential lifestyle guide for the millions of progressives on both coasts, The Nation Guide to The Nation will help left-of-center types find left-leaning shops, cultural institutions, and gathering places in their own hometowns and on the road. CULTURAL: Art collectives / activist documentaries / political circuses / film festivals / writers' colonies / left-brained bookstores / arts advocacy groups / indie book publishers / the 25 greatest political movies / detective stories for liberals SOCIAL: Organic and slow food restaurants / political saloons and bars / bookshop cafés and conversational coffeehouses / sexy singles meet-ups / reading clubs and discussion groups / camps for radical kids / parades and festivals / parks and preserves ENVIRONMENTAL: Activist groups / monkey wrenchers and sea shepherds / eco-friendly products / favorite green markets / super co-ops / eco-tourism / farm communes / energy solutions ORGANIZATIONS: Peace and anti-nuclear / feminist / GLBT / economic policy / immigrant rights / labor issues / campaign finance reform / civil liberties / radical mouthpieces / liberal think tanks MEDIA: Left-talk radio / press watchdogs / anti-corporate media / regional and local papers / alternative weeklies / a guide to the blogosphere GOODS AND SERVICES: Natural food stores / no-sweat clothing / socially conscious mutual funds / political tours / eco-beers and hemp pretzels / funeral homes and cemeteries (for a green send-off!)

Petra's Canvas

Ann Roberts
Petra s Canvas Book PDF

Author : Ann Roberts
Publisher : Bella Books
Page : 240 pages
File Size : 46,9 Mb
Release : 2011-06-01
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9781594937224

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Petra's Canvas by Ann Roberts Pdf

Once upon a time, Dani O'Grady let the artist Petra use her body as a canvas and became an anonymous Internet legend. She was also banned from Provincetown-it's a long story. As a powerful CEO who prides herself on control, she keeps professional deals and personal pleasures strictly separate. The luscious, aggressive Cat, a guest at her son's wedding, seems like a harmless dalliance. Once Dani untangles exactly who Cat is, she knows she's got trouble. Adding to her problems is the beautiful, mysterious Rafi, who sells very grown-up sweets in the one place Dani is not supposed to go... From the skyscrapers of New York to the top of Pilgrim Monument, Dani has Drama with a capital D in this erotic, giddy romance from Ann Roberts.

Making Up for Lost Time

Karin Kallmaker
Making Up for Lost Time Book PDF

Author : Karin Kallmaker
Publisher : Bella Books
Page : 206 pages
File Size : 47,6 Mb
Release : 2004-05-01
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9781594939051

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Making Up for Lost Time by Karin Kallmaker Pdf

When three love-starved lesbians decide to make up for lost time, the recipe is romance. And with Karin Kallmaker cooking, you know the result will be hot, spicy and mouth-wateringly delicious!!! Master Chef Jamie Onassis has used every penny she has to buy a beautiful country inn she plans to turn into a five-star restaurant. Unfortunately, the inn turns out to be a " handyman's special" and, without the skills or capital to make the necessary repairs, Jamie risks losing everything. Home and garden expert Valkyrie Valentine is a rising star among the do-it-yourself set. A seemingly perfect homemaker, Valkyrie seems destined to become the next Martha Stewart - as long as no one discovers her embarrassing little secret: she can't cook. Reporter Sheila Thintowski is a woman on a mission. Ever since meeting the dazzling, dynamic Valkyrie Valentine, she's been determined to interview her— up-close and extremely personally. Sheila suspects that Valkyrie's hands-on skills extend well beyond home improvement - and she's looking for some private lessons. Delicious recipes and chocolate-as-sublimation await the reader in Karin Kallmaker's uproarious farce of cooking that doesn't stay in the kitchen.

Sleeping Bones

Katherine V. Forrest
Sleeping Bones Book PDF

Author : Katherine V. Forrest
Publisher : Spinsters Ink
Page : 255 pages
File Size : 48,6 Mb
Release : 2013-08-01
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9781935226710

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LAPD Detective Kate Delafield has a new, iron-willed female lieutenant—a tough new partner who may turn out to be a much-needed ally. She also has a dangerous new case. A reclusive old man has been brutally slain at the La Brea Tar Pits. The unusual investigation could uncover the truth of humanity’s ancient past, and at the same time expose the corruption and violence of the present. And everyone involved—from an alluring scientist with a dark secret to a treacherous CIA officer with his own agenda—is suspect. With more at stake than just a pile of bones, Kate has to gather together the pieces of a timeless puzzle, and make sure they all fit—before a remorseless killer decides to make her a part of history…

Crime Fiction since 1800

Stephen Knight
Crime Fiction since 1800 Book PDF

Author : Stephen Knight
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing
Page : 304 pages
File Size : 49,9 Mb
Release : 2010-04-09
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9781137020215

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Crime Fiction since 1800 by Stephen Knight Pdf

Since its appearance nearly two centuries ago, crime fiction has gripped readers' imaginations around the world. Detectives have varied enormously: from the nineteenth-century policemen (and a few women), through stars like Sherlock Holmes and Miss Marple, to newly self-aware voices of the present - feminist, African American, lesbian, gay, postcolonial and postmodern. Stephen Knight's fascinating book is a comprehensive analytic survey of crime fiction from its origins in the nineteenth century to the present day. Knight explains how and why the various forms of the genre have evolved, explores a range of authors and movements, and argues that the genre as a whole has three parts – the early development of Detection, the growing emphasis on Death, and the modern celebration of Diversity. The expanded second edition has been thoroughly updated in the light of recent research and new developments, such as ethnic crime fiction, the rise of thrillers in the serial-killer and urban collapse modes, and feel-good 'cozies'. It also explores a number of fictional works which have been published in the last few years and features a helpful glossary. With full references, and written in a highly engaging style, this remains the essential short guide for readers of crime fiction everywhere!

Mystery Women, Volume Two (Revised)

Colleen Barnett
Mystery Women Volume Two Revised Book PDF

Author : Colleen Barnett
Publisher : Sourcebooks, Inc.
Page : 514 pages
File Size : 49,5 Mb
Release : 2011-12-31
Category : Literary Criticism
ISBN : 9781615950096

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Mystery Women, Volume Two (Revised) by Colleen Barnett Pdf

Many bibliographers focus on women who write. Lawyer Barnett looks at women who detect, at women as sleuths and at the evolving roles of women in professions and in society. Excellent for all women's studies programs as well as for the mystery hound. Look at the popularity of such reading guides as Willetta Heising's Detecting Women (3rd ed. 0-9644593-7-X) or Amanda Cross' fiction (Honest Doubt 0-345-44011-0 11/00).

The Essential Mystery Lists

Roger M Sobin
The Essential Mystery Lists Book PDF

Author : Roger M Sobin
Publisher : Poisoned Pen Press Inc
Page : 591 pages
File Size : 51,8 Mb
Release : 2011-09-30
Category : Reference
ISBN : 9781615952038

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The Essential Mystery Lists by Roger M Sobin Pdf

For the first time in one place, Roger M. Sobin has compiled a list of nominees and award winners of virtually every mystery award ever presented. He has also included many of the “best of” lists by more than fifty of the most important contributors to the genre.; Mr. Sobin spent more than two decades gathering the data and lists in this volume, much of that time he used to recheck the accuracy of the material he had collected. Several of the “best of” lists appear here for the first time in book form. Several others have been unavailable for a number of years.; Of special note, are Anthony Boucher’s “Best Picks for the Year.” Boucher, one of the major mystery reviewers of all time, reviewed for The San Francisco Chronicle, Ellery Queen Mystery Magazine, and The New York Times. From these resources Mr. Sobin created “Boucher’s Best” and “Important Lists to Consider,” lists that provide insight into important writing in the field from 1942 through Boucher’s death in 1968.? This is a great resource for all mystery readers and collectors.; ; Winner of the 2008 Macavity Awards for Best Mystery Nonfiction.