Charles Ardai is a founder of Hard Case Crime, a publisher specializing in pulp crime fiction. As an editor and author, he champions a genre that values grit and suspense. His writing is marked by keen observation and an ability to draw readers into the darker corners of human nature.
Okay, not really. But what if, instead of having been founded 50 books ago, Hard Case Crime had been founded 50 years ago, by a rascal out to make a quick buck off the popularity of pulp fiction? Such a fellow might make a few enemies - especially after publishing a supposed non-fiction account of a heist at a Mob-run nightclub.
Gabriel Hunt finds adventure everywhere he goes. When a secret chamber is discovered inside the Great Sphinx of Egypt, the mystery of its contents will lead Gabriel to a remote Greek island, to a stone fortress in Sri Lanka... and to a deadly confrontation that could decide the fate of the world.
AWARD WINNER CHARLES ARDAI, CO-FOUNDER OF HARD CASE CRIME, BRINGS HIS NOIR EXPERTISE TO THE FORE IN HIS DEBUT GRAPHIC NOVEL ABOUT A SEXY WEAPONS SMUGGLER. Fans of pulp noir and crime writers like Ed Brubaker and Max Allan Collins will want to sink their teeth into this salacious and super-charged thriller. She’ll get you the weapon you need, when you need it, where you need it - no matter how impossible. But when a gun smuggled into a high-security prison leads to the death of dozens and the escape of a brutal criminal, Joanna Tan is suddenly forced by the U.S. government to do a job for them: find the man she set loose and bring him down. Features bonus material including the story of the real Gun Honey and much more!
The collection features 20 of the author's finest stories, showcasing a range of gripping narratives that explore themes of death, love, and moral complexity. Notable tales include the Edgar-winning "The Home Front," set during World War II, and the Shamus Award finalist "Nobody Wins," which follows a gang enforcer's quest for love. With settings spanning from Brazil's Carnival to 11th-century China, these stories delve into perilous locations and the darker aspects of human nature, offering readers a thrilling journey through diverse and dangerous worlds.
The story follows Joanna Tan, a daring heroine, as she emerges from hiding to confront government agents intent on her demise. Her bold plan takes her on a thrilling journey from Borneo's jungles to Yokohama's streets and the Gobi Desert's sands. As multiple armed factions converge on a secret location, tension builds, leading to an explosive showdown. Pulp noir fans will be captivated by the high-stakes action and intricate plot crafted by award-winning writer Charles Ardai in this exciting third volume.
Award-winning writer and co-founder of Hard Case Crime Charles Ardai returns to the Gun Honey universe in this action-packed spin-off featuring the sultry and explosive artwork of Ace Continuado!