Death Goes to a Picnic

Death Goes to a Picnic by Arthur Leo Zagat is a tantalizing blend of mystery and dark humor that will keep you guessing from start to finish. What begins as a seemingly innocent outing turns sinister when a group of friends discovers a body hidden among the picnic baskets. As the idyllic setting transforms into a crime scene, suspicions rise and secrets emerge. Each character becomes a suspect in a web of deceit and murder, where the idyllic picnic masks a deadly game. Can the truth be uncovered before the killer strikes again, or will the feast of death continue? Join the investigation in this clever and engaging whodunit where the stakes are as high as the tension.

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.