John Gaspard

"You will just LOVE these books."-VANISH MagazineMeet Eli Marks: Full-time magician, part-time crime-solver. His greatest trick? Not becoming the next victim. Eli's asked to perform his magic act at a swanky charity gala, The Zombie Ball- a former zombie pub crawl which has grown into an annual high-class social event. What begins as a typical stage show for Eli turns deadly when two of the evening's sponsors are found murdered under truly unusual circumstances. Compounding this drama is the presence of Eli's ex-wife and her new husband, Homicide Detective Fred Hutton. Under pressure to solve the crime before all the guests depart, Eli and his detective nemesis go head-to-head to uncover the bizarre clues that will unravel this macabre mystery. This book is the perfect way to get into the Eli Marks series -- grab it today ★★★★★Praise for Eli Marks Mystery Series: "If David Copperfield and Sherlock Holmes had a child, it would be Eli Marks."-The Magic Word Podcast"This is an instant classic, in a league with Raymond Chandler, Dashiell Hammett and Arthur Conan Doyle."-Rosebud Book Reviews"It's full of magic, mystery, danger and misdirection, as a good magic trick should be. I love this cozy mystery series, a thoroughly delightful read."-Sweet Mystery Books"Before I had even finished the first chapter I had fallen in love with Eli. He is intelligent, sensitive, witty and, suddenly, the main suspect in a series of murders...well written, fast-paced and exciting."-The Frugal Mennonite"This story is very well written and fun to read. I would definitely read another Eli Marks Mystery "_A Simple Taste for Reading"Hands-down the funniest thing I have read in a long time, expertly paced and hilariously detailed."-Seattle Book Mama★★★★★Books in the Eli Marks Mystery Series: THE AMBITIOUS CARD (#1)THE BULLET CATCH (#2)THE MISER'S DREAM (#3)THE LINKING RINGS (#4)THE FLOATING LIGHT BULB (#5)THE ZOMBIE BALL (#6)THE MAGIC SQUARE (#7)THE INVISIBLE ASSISTANT (Short Story)THE LAST CUSTOMER (Short Story)

This is new edition of Arthur Conan Doyle's classic mystery, "The Hound of the Baskervilles." It's the same story. Mostly. That is, it contains the same characters, the same action, and much of the same dialogue. What's different? Well, it's a little shorter, a little leaner, a little less verbose in some sections. But the chief difference is that it's now narrated by a dog. A greyhound, in fact, named Septimus. In this new edition, he tells his story of how he became "The Greyhound of the Baskervilles."

Eli's trip to London with his uncle Harry quickly turns homicidal when the older magician finds himself accused of murder. A second slaying does little to take the spotlight off Harry. Instead it's clear someone is knocking off Harry's elderly peers in bizarrely effective ways. But who? The odd gets odder when the prime suspect appears to be a bitter performer with a grudge ... who committed suicide over thirty years before. While Eli struggles to prove his uncle's innocence--and keep them both alive--he finds himself embroiled in a battle of his own: a favorite magic routine of his has been ripped off by another hugely popular magician. What began as a whirlwind vacation to London with girlfriend Megan turns into a fatal and larcenous trip into the dark heart of magic within the city's oldest magic society, the Magic Circle. No one does intriguing magic and page-turning humor like John Gaspard. Pick it up and see if you can be the first to figure out the trick

A magician disappears in the middle of his act. Was it magic? Or murder?" If David Copperfield and Sherlock Holmes had a child, it would be Eli Marks."-The Magic Word PodcastWhen a magician is murdered in the midst of his act at the Mall of America, Eli Marks is asked to step in and take over the daily shows-while working hard to not be the next victim in a series of bizarre homicides "You will just LOVE these books."-VANISH MagazineGRAB YOUR COPY TODAY ★★★★★Praise for Eli Marks Mystery Series: "This is an instant classic, in a league with Raymond Chandler, Dashiell Hammett and Arthur Conan Doyle."-Rosebud Book Reviews"It's full of magic, mystery, danger and misdirection, as a good magic trick should be. I love this cozy mystery series, a thoroughly delightful read."-Sweet Mystery Books"Before I had even finished the first chapter I had fallen in love with Eli. He is intelligent, sensitive, witty and, suddenly, the main suspect in a series of murders...well written, fast-paced and exciting."-The Frugal Mennonite"This story is very well written and fun to read. I would definitely read another Eli Marks Mystery "_A Simple Taste for Reading"Hands-down the funniest thing I have read in a long time, expertly paced and hilariously detailed."-Seattle Book Mama★★★★★Books in the Eli Marks Mystery Series: THE AMBITIOUS CARD (#1)THE BULLET CATCH (#2)THE MISER'S DREAM (#3)THE LINKING RINGS (#4)THE FLOATING LIGHT BULB (#5)THE ZOMBIE BALL (#6)THE MAGIC SQUARE (#7)THE INVISIBLE ASSISTANT (Short Story)THE LAST CUSTOMER (Short Story)

Did Uncle Harry just murder a fellow magician? On stage in front of a full audience? It's up to Eli to prove that, in the world of magic, you can't always believe your eyes "You will just LOVE these books."-VANISH Magazine★★★★★Eli's trip to London with his uncle Harry quickly turns homicidal when the older magician finds himself accused of murder. It's clear someone is knocking off Harry's elderly peers in bizarrely effective ways. But who? The odd gets odder when the prime suspect appears to be a bitter performer with a grudge...who committed suicide over thirty years before. "Highly recommended."-Orson Bean, Actor, Magician, Author of Safe at HomeGRAB YOUR COPY TODAY Praise for Eli Marks Mystery Series: "You will just LOVE these books."-VANISH Magazine"This is an instant classic, in a league with Raymond Chandler, Dashiell Hammett and Arthur Conan Doyle."-Rosebud Book Reviews"It's full of magic, mystery, danger and misdirection, as a good magic trick should be. I love this cozy mystery series, a thoroughly delightful read."-Sweet Mystery Books"Before I had even finished the first chapter I had fallen in love with Eli. He is intelligent, sensitive, witty and, suddenly, the main suspect in a series of murders...well written, fast-paced and exciting."-The Frugal Mennonite"This story is very well written and fun to read. I would definitely read another Eli Marks Mystery "_A Simple Taste for Reading"Hands-down the funniest thing I have read in a long time, expertly paced and hilariously detailed."-Seattle Book Mama★★★★★Books in the Eli Marks Mystery Series: THE AMBITIOUS CARD (#1)THE BULLET CATCH (#2)THE MISER'S DREAM (#3)THE LINKING RINGS (#4)THE FLOATING LIGHT BULB (#5)THE ZOMBIE BALL (#6)THE MAGIC SQUARE (#7)THE INVISIBLE ASSISTANT (Short Story)THE LAST CUSTOMER (Short Story)

A locked room. A dead body. A murderous trick, worthy of a magician. How can Eli prove he didn't do it?★★★★★"A finely-tuned, diabolical, sneaky, smart, stylish mix of magic and mayhem."-Steve Spill, Magician and Author of I Lie For MoneyA casual glance out his apartment window turns Magician Eli Marks' life upside down. After spotting a dead body in the projection booth of the movie theater next door, Eli is pulled into the hunt for the killer. But then the killer starts taking homicidal steps to bring Eli's investigation to a quick and decisive end. Grab this twisty thriller today Praise for THE MISERS DREAM: "Hands-down the funniest thing I have read in a long time, expertly paced and hilariously detailed."-Seattle Book Mama"This book reminded me of the Nick and Nora Charles adventures-slightly noir and slightly zany. An enjoyable read."-Victoria Kemp, Librarian at Flower Mound Public Library"I loved this book. From beginning to end I was hooked. The story is fantastic and the cast leaves you wanting to know more. I can't wait to read the next book in the series."-Bookschellves"With twists and turns, flurries of romance, and a cast of characters that seem to be the unholy spawn of The Maltese Falcon and The Third Man, The Miser's Dream keeps the pages turning and the reader delighted from start to finish."-Jeffrey Hatcher, Screenwriter, Mr. Holmes"It's full of magic, mystery, danger and misdirection, as a good magic trick should be. I love this cozy mystery series, a thoroughly delightful read."-Sweet Mystery Books"An intriguing cross between noir and cozy, with fascinating details about magic tricks and plenty of quirky characters. An easy, enjoyable read for mystery buffs seeking a bit of an escape from the usual crime fiction fare."-Library Journal★★★★★Books in the Eli Marks Mystery Series: THE AMBITIOUS CARD (#1)THE BULLET CATCH (#2)THE MISER'S DREAM (#3)THE LINKING RINGS (#4)THE FLOATING LIGHT BULB (#5)THE ZOMBIE BALL (#6)THE MAGIC SQUARE (#7)THE INVISIBLE ASSISTANT (Short Story)THE LAST CUSTOMER (Short Story)

WONDERFULLY ENGAGING, DELIGHTFULLY TRICKY..." This is an instant classic, in a league with Raymond Chandler, Dashiell Hammett and Arthur Conan Doyle." - John Lehman, Rosebud Book ReviewsNewly-single magician Eli Marks reluctantly attends his high school reunion against his better judgment, only to become entangled in two deadly encounters with his former classmates. The first is the fatal mugging of an old crush's husband, followed by the suspicious deaths of the victim's business associates. At the same time, Eli also comes to the aid of a classmate-turned-movie-star who fears that attempting The Bullet Catch in an upcoming movie may be his last performance. As the bodies begin to pile up, Eli comes to the realization that juggling these murderous situations -- while saving his own neck -- may be the greatest trick he's ever performed. Praise for THE BULLET CATCH: "The Bullet Catch is a wonderfully engaging, delightfully tricky bit of mystery. Fans of magic will delight in John Gaspard's artful use of the world of magicians, onstage and offstage. It's a great story and great fun " - Jim Steinmeyer, Author of Hiding the Elephant: How Magicians Invented the Impossible and Learned to Disappear"Gaspard's latest Eli Marks mystery, The Bullet Catch, has as many tricks up its sleeve as its likeable magician-hero. As the body count rises, so does the reading pleasure." - Dennis Palumbo, Author of the Daniel Rinaldi Mystery Series and Co-Writer of My Favorite Year"The Bullet Catch is a real winner of magical proportions. Filled with snappy, delightful dialogue and plenty of sleight-of-hand humor, Gaspard's latest mystery in the Eli Marks series does not disappoint. Head to the bookstore and get yourself a copy now " - Jessie Chandler, Author of the Award-Winning Shay O'Hanlon Series"The author does a fantastic job juggling the separate plots and keeping readers' minds thoroughly engaged... The relationships between Eli and his remarried ex are interesting, to say the least, and the pure entertainment of the industry will leave all readers hoping that there will be a 'number three' very soon." - Suspense Magazine"The Bullet Catch has a quick pace and dialogue that engages the reader from the first page... Gaspard has written a great character into an original storyline... I will definitely be seeing/reading more of Eli as Gaspard expands this promising mystery series." - Examiner.com"Readers, get ready for your mind to expand as Eli Marks returns and uses his powers of prestidigitation, intuition and deduction to solve another mystery. If David Copperfield and Sherlock Holmes had a child, it would be Eli Marks." - Scott Wells, The Magic Word Podcast★★★★★Books in the Eli Marks Mystery Series: THE AMBITIOUS CARD (#1)THE BULLET CATCH (#2)THE MISER'S DREAM (#3)THE LINKING RINGS (#4)THE FLOATING LIGHT BULB (#5)THE ZOMBIE BALL (#6)THE MAGIC SQUARE (#7)THE INVISIBLE ASSISTANT (Short Story)THE LAST CUSTOMER (Short Story)

Psychics are being murdered and magician Eli Marks is the top suspect. His greatest trick? Not becoming the next victim. ★★★★★"The Ambitious Card is intelligently written and ... entirely engrossing." - Ellery Queen Mystery MagazineThe life of a magician isn't all kiddie shows and card tricks. Sometimes it's murder. Psychics are being murdered and Eli can't escape suspicion. Then things get really complicated when romance blooms with a beautiful psychic. Eli discovers she's the next target for murder and he's scheduled to die with her. Now Eli must use every trick he knows to reveal the true killer ... before they become the next victims. Grab your copy and get started on this fantastic and funny series right now ★★★★★"This is a hugely entertaining crime novel, packed full of comedy.... Warm, funny and well-plotted-a book to brighten any grey day. Do read it "-FictionFan's Book Reviews"The Ambitious Card is a must read " -Books and Looks"Before I had even finished the first chapter I had fallen in love with Eli. He is intelligent, sensitive, witty and, suddenly, the main suspect in a series of murders...well written, fast paced and exciting."-The Frugal Mennonite"The deftly-plotted mystery is enriched by Eli's relationships with his ex-wife, her new husband, his old-school stage magician Uncle Harry, and an interesting collection of people and places in and around St. Paul... This stylish novel is filled with interesting details, snappy dialogue, and appealing characters."-More Than a Review"This story is very well written and fun to read. I would definitely read another Eli Marks Mystery " -A Simple Taste for Reading"I had a great time reading The Ambitious Card. I don't read many series, but I'm definitely willing to go on another adventure with Eli." -The Writerly Reader"Well, Dear Reader, would I recommend The Ambitious Card? Would I read another Eli Marks mystery? Yes, I would do both."-Charlie Britten, Write On★★★★★Books in the Eli Marks Mystery Series: THE AMBITIOUS CARD (#1)THE BULLET CATCH (#2)THE MISER'S DREAM (#3)THE LINKING RINGS (#4)THE FLOATING LIGHT BULB (#5)THE ZOMBIE BALL (#6)THE MAGIC SQUARE (#7)THE INVISIBLE ASSISTANT (Short Story)THE LAST CUSTOMER (Short Story)

Dying to make a feature? Learn from the pros "We never put out an actual textbook for the Corman School of Filmmaking, but if we did, it would be Fast, Cheap and Under Control." Roger Corman, Producer★★★★★It's like taking a Master Class in moviemaking...all in one book Jonathan Demme The value of cameosJohn Sayles Writing to your resourcesPeter Bogdanovich Long, continuous takesJohn Cassavetes Re-ShootsSteven Soderbergh RehearsalsGeorge Romero CastingKevin Smith Skipping film schoolJon Favreau Creating an emotional connectionRichard Linklater Poverty breeds creativityDavid Lynch Kill your darlingsRon Howard Pre-production planningJohn Carpenter Going low-techRobert Rodriguez Sound thinkingAnd more Learn the tricks and pitfalls of low-budget filmmaking from 33 successful independent films and the filmmakers who created them. Includes never before published interviews with low-budget mavericks such as Steven Soderbergh, Roger Corman, Jon Favreau, Henry Jaglom, and many more. Learn the lessons from such classics as Clerks, Night of the Living Dead, Swingers, Open Water, El Mariachi, Slacker, sex, lies and videotape, The Blair Witch Project, Eraserhead, Monty Python & The Holy Grail, Dark Star, Return of the Secaucus Seven, The Little Shop of Horrors, Caged Heat and Targets. Are you dying to make a movie? This is the one book that can help you make it a reality. Grab it now ★★★★★Praise for the Fast, Cheap and Under Control: "This terrific little book explains how to make every penny count on the often-arduous journey from script to screen." John Carpenter, Director, Halloween, Starman, Escape from New York"A helpful and funny guide for beginners and professionals alike." Jonathan Demme, Director, Silence of the Lambs "This book is as good as film school, and a lot less expensive. It's required reading in Tromaville." Lloyd Kaufman, President, Troma Entertainment, Creator, Toxic Avenger"I wish I'd read this book before I made Re-Animator." Stuart Gordon, director, Re-Animator"This simple and sensible book injects reality into the process and helps any filmmaker prevent their film from becoming a money pit. Lessons like those in this book are cheap at ten times the price." John Badham, director, Saturday Night Fever, Dracula, Blue Thunder"For everyone who wants to make art without breaking the bank, John Gaspard's book is worth every penny." Derek Pell, Editor, DingBat Magazine"A richly-detailed, highly readable and inspiring book jam-packed with information that will keep low-budget filmmakers from making costly mistakes. Filled with a ton-full (not a spoonful) of fascinating, insightful interviews, with a you-can-do-it approach." Dr. Linda Seger, consultant on over 2,000 screenplays, best-selling author of Making a Good Script Great and 7 other books

Write Your Screenplay with the Help of Top Screenwriters It's like taking a Master Class in screenwriting ... all in one book Discover the pitfalls of writing to fit a budget from screenwriters who have successfully navigated these waters already. Learn from their mistakes and improve your script with their expert advice." I wish I'd read this book before I made Re-Animator." Stuart Gordon, Director, Re-Animator, Castle Freak, From BeyondJohn Gaspard has directed half a dozen low-budget features, as well as written for TV, movies, novels and the stage. The book covers (among other topics): Academy-Award Winner Dan Futterman ("Capote") on writing real storiesTom DiCillio ("Living In Oblivion") on turning a short into a featureKasi Lemmons ("Eve's Bayou") on writing for a different time periodGeorge Romero ("Martin") on writing horror on a budgetRebecca Miller ("Personal Velocity") on adapting short storiesStuart Gordon ("Re-Animator") on adaptationsAcademy-Award Nominee Whit Stillman ("Metropolitan") on cheap ways to make it look expensiveMiranda July ("Me and You and Everyone We Know") on making your writing spontaneousAlex Cox ("Repo Man") on scaling the script to meet a budgetJoan Micklin Silver ("Hester Street") on writing history on a budgetBob Clark ("Children Shouldn't Play with Dead Things") on mixing humor and horrorAmy Holden Jones ("Love Letters") on writing romance on a budget Henry Jaglom ("Venice/Venice") on mixing improvisation with scriptingL. M. Kit Carson ("Paris, Texas") on re-writing while shootingAcademy-Award Winner Kenneth Lonergan ("You Can Count on Me") on script editingRoger Nygard ("Suckers") on mixing genresThis is the book for anyone who's serious about writing a screenplay that can get produced Grab it today ★★★★★"A perfect read for anyone who wants to write a film script or for anyone who just enjoys watching movies." Fred Willard, Actor, A Mighty Wind, Best in Show, Waiting for Guffman "This volume is packed full of useful little nuggets of information." Jonathan Lynn, Director, My Cousin Vinny, Clue, Nuns on the Run, The Whole Nine Yards"Packed with war stories and savvy advice for beginning screenwriters." Larry Gross, Screenwriter, 48 hrs., Streets of Fire, True Crime