Bargain Counter Corpse

Bargain Counter Corpse by Arthur Leo Zagat is a captivating mystery that unfolds in the bustling aisles of a department store, where a seemingly ordinary day turns into a nightmare. When a corpse is discovered among the sales racks, the store's grand opening becomes a crime scene. Amid the chaos, a sharp-witted detective must sift through a maze of clues, hidden motives, and secrets buried beneath the surface of everyday life. With a list of suspects as long as the receipt, the stakes are high as the detective races to unmask the killer before they strike again. This suspenseful whodunit will keep you guessing until the very end.

Arthur Leo Zagat (1896–1949) was an American lawyer, prolific pulp fiction writer, and editor best known for his contributions to the horror, science fiction, and mystery genres. Born in New York City, Zagat served in World War I before pursuing a legal career. However, his passion for storytelling led him to writing, where he found success in the pulp magazine market of the 1920s and 1930s. Zagat authored hundreds of short stories and novellas, often collaborating with fellow writers like Nat Schachner. His most famous works include dystopian science fiction tales, eerie horror stories, and hard-boiled detective fiction. Zagat also contributed to serialized stories, such as the "Doc Savage" adventures, and became a popular fixture in magazines like Weird Tales, Astounding Stories, and Argosy. His writing style is noted for its vivid, imaginative worlds and engaging plots. Zagat passed away in 1949, leaving behind a lasting legacy in the golden age of pulp fiction.