Rounding out 2011 we are pleased to offer up two new thrilling books. First up is Under the Knife by noted authors Steve Hayes and David Whitehead.

“A vicious serial killer is terrifying the bayous of Louisiana, and the only person who can catch him is FBI Agent Kate Palmer. But after years spent thinking like serial killers in order to catch them, Kate is facing burnout. To make matters worse, she’s about to rekindle a relationship with the only man she ever loved when the Bayou Butcher strikes again, this time frighteningly close to home.”

Next up, from Hollywood veteran Steve Hayes, comes Children of the Dark–a haunting collection of tales focusing on the darker side of childhood. Stretching from the dark days of World War II to the steamy jungles of the Congo and on to the windswept bluffs overlooking exclusive Del Mar, California, you are about to enter a realm of wicked aunts and uncles, homicidal teenagers and proud but impoverished street urchins. Occasionally they find salvation… but not always.

Both books are now available for order through this website or at Amazon.com!

Our Gal Cal

by Cheryl Jordan

A series of 4 show-biz novels in 1 volume

What happens when the Bible Belt meets Hollywood glitter?

Headstrong, fun-loving, fifteen-year-old Cal (short for “Calamity”) Ames gets a crash course on the subject when a series of events transports her from a cozy life in Dallas to the sound stage of a teen flick in Los Angeles. Teaching her all she needs to know about acting—and life—is seasoned character actor Leonard Rhoads, who is wiser, more complex, and more dedicated to his craft than moviegoers would ever know. From Nate Jenkins, teen heartthrob of the screen but obnoxious egomaniac in real life, Cal learns of the darker side of fame. In this business, talent is often disregarded, untruths flourish, and misbehavior is swept under the rug. How would such an experience change Cal’s young life? Would she hold fast to her principles, or succumb to the ever-present temptations of her new environment?

Now available for order here or at Amazon.com!

The Count of Chanteleine: A Tale of the French Revolution

Golden Gate Bridge and cable cars, make room for Charlie–San Francisco’s newest attraction. Who is that cat in the window? Why was this seemingly ordinary cat receiving mail from Buckingham Palace, 10 Downing Street, The White House, and other notable places far and wide? Who was the little elderly lady he lived with, who once fought with Bogie and flirted with Cary Grant? Like Charlie Chaplin, their counterpart, they, too, remain unforgettable characters.

This is a Christmas story, like no other, that will tug at your heartstrings, heal your spirit, and make you smile and cheer Charlie’s heroism.

Pre-order now available!

Available in mid-November (although likely available for pre-order within the next week) comes the latest from the Palik series from the North American Jules Verne Society.

This adventure is for everyone who has thrilled to The Scarlet Pimpernel, A Tale of Two Cities, or Scaramouche. A nobleman, the Count of Chanteleine, leads a rebellion against the revolutionary French government. While he fights for the monarchy and the church, his home is destroyed and his wife murdered by the mob. Now he must save his daughter from the guillotine. This exciting swashbuckler is also a meticulous historical re-creation of a particularly bloody episode in the Reign of Terror.

The Count of Chanteleine is the first English translation of this Jules Verne story, the fourth volume in the Palik series published under the auspices of the North American Jules Verne Society. Expert translation is by Edward Baxter, with critical commentary by an international team of Verne experts. Commentary by an international team of experts supports Edward Baxter’s translation.

The Valentino Formula by Mike Oldham

Robert Stein is the founder a club of silent star aficionados. He has been obsessed, in particular, with the legendary screen star Rudolph Valentino since childhood. In 1953, the 24-year old uncovers clues that lead him to believe his father was murdered for a formula that, if completed, would bring Valentino back to life. Stein uncovers circumstances that make the Valentino Formula credible. But where is it? Stein finds out his father had sold it in 1933 on the day he was murdered. He figures that finding his father’s killer would not only allow him to avenge for the murder, but also lead him to the formula.

Stein will stop at nothing in searching for the Valentino Formula. Should he find it, he is willing to murder to complete it and have his talk with Rudolph Valentino.

The Valentino Formula is a Los Angeles based story that begins in the Ocean Park of 1924 and spans over eight decades. Nefarious Hollywood fanatics, a criminal organization providing services to the wealthy, a stubborn LAPD detective, and a couple of amateur Hollywood sleuths are all part of this fast moving mystery/suspense tale.

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Dracula Meets Jack the Ripper & Other Revisionist Histories

by Michael B. Druxman

Table of Contents

• Introduction
• The Old Coot
• Dracula Meets Jack the Ripper
• Big Al and Desperate Dan
• Napoleon Brandy
• The Space Ship
• Bugsy’s Boys
• About the Author

Only $14.95 plus shipping. Further details can be found here.

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From the back cover:

Robert Stein is the founder a club of silent star aficionados. He has been obsessed, in particular, with the legendary screen star Rudolph Valentino since childhood. In 1953, the 24-year old uncovers clues that lead him to believe his father was murdered for a formula that, if completed, would bring Valentino back to life. Stein uncovers circumstances that make the Valentino Formula credible. But where is it? Stein finds out his father had sold it in 1933 on the day he was murdered. He figures that finding his father’s killer would not only allow him to avenge for the murder, but also lead him to the formula.

Stein will stop at nothing in searching for the Valentino Formula. Should he find it, he is willing to murder to complete it and have his talk with Rudolph Valentino.

The Valentino Formula is a Los Angeles based story that begins in the Ocean Park of 1924 and spans over eight decades. Nefarious Hollywood fanatics, a criminal organization providing services to the wealthy, a stubborn LAPD detective, and a couple of amateur Hollywood sleuths are all part of this fast moving mystery/suspense tale.

Stay tuned for ordering details.

Yes, it’s true. We’ve cleaned house and set up a brand new webpage for easier browsing, easier ordering, and more timely news. Take a moment to look around and see what’s what. You’ll notice that we have some new titles–our most recent being I, Red Skelton by Wes Gehring. Call it a biofic, if you wish. It’s a compelling story of a man of a million laughs, his life, his loves, and more. Composed by the author of Red Skelton: The Man Behind the Mask, this book is guaranteed to entertain.

We are now taking orders.

Stay tuned to this site for more news on more titles from BearManor Fiction!