The Shamus Winners

Featuring sixteen compelling mysteries, this anthology showcases the talents of acclaimed authors recognized as the best in the genre. Spanning Shamus-winning short stories from 1996 to 2009, it presents iconic private detectives like Amos Walker and Aaron Gunner alongside emerging voices in crime fiction. The collection highlights the evolving landscape of crime-fighting in the 21st century, with contributions from notable writers such as Loren D. Estleman and Gar Anthony Haywood, all curated by editor Robert J. Randisi.