Move over, Jessica Fletcher and Miss Marple Make room for another aging woman amateur sleuth--Carolyne Santire, plant-hunter extraordinaire Carolyne's search for the next major botanical find takes her to Brazil in South America, where she encounters political machinations, mayhem, and...murder. The suspect list is long--fellow scientists, Brazilian land barons, prospectors, a cuckolded video director, a rock star--and, eventually, even her During the shooting of an entertainment film in the Amazon jungle, amidst threats from a man-eating jaguar, cannibals, and a mysterious British kidnapper, Carolyne finds the prospect of ferreting out the real killer anything but a leisurely stroll in the park. Can she solve the mystery before the next murder? A great "cozy" mystery read by a master storyteller.

Australia's Mornington Peninsula, which juts into the ocean near Melbourne, Victoria, is well-known to Aussie wine lovers, but less visible to aficianados from other parts of the world. Australia romance writer A. B. Gayle and American writer William Maltese here combine their talents to produce a detailed guide to the major and minor vintners of this important region. Everyone seriously (and recreationally) interested in the drinking of fine wines will find something of interest here. Stay thirsty!

Welcome to the Grey Zone...and its nefarious and shadowy landscape that knows no international boundaries...whose each and every individual has special expertise, but no permanent ties or allegiances to any nationalities, countries, or governments. If you want something done, you'll find people in the Grey Zone who'll sign on to accomplish any and all of that--for a price INCIDENT AT CHRISTIVA: SPIES & LIES, BOOK THREE, by William Maltese. On the Caribbean island state of Christiva, arms dealer Key Meyers and his go-between, Jack York, must help sort out the chaotic aftermath of the overthrow of the country's dictator by the beautiful revolutionary, Paloma Jola. INCIDENT AT DUPUNU: SPIES & LIES, BOOK FOUR, by William Maltese. The assassination of the president of the African republic of Dupunu brings Grey Zone agents Denim Grady and Gena Mullen to help reestablish stability amidst the ensuing chaos. Two great thrillers by a master of suspense

YOU ALWAYS REMEMBER YOUR FIRST TIME...as gourmand and gourmet author William Maltese proves in this charming memoir, wherein he reminiscences about his first-time encounters with thirty of his favorite menu items during his extensive world travels. Maltese, author of six cookbooks and his WILLIAM MALTESE WINE TASTER'S DIARY volumes for mainstream publisher Wildside/Borgo Press' "Traveling Gourmand" series, takes you on a fascinating culinary journey from the pubs of Ireland, to the lemon groves of Saudi Arabia, to the beaches of Korea, to dining with American working cowboys on day-long, pit-roasted short ribs served up from a chuck wagon on the grazing lands of the US southwest. With his creative skills, and those of his fellow chef and co-author Bonnie Clark, Maltese has duplicated the recipes for all thirty of these memorable Maltese firsts--so that you, too, can enjoy them without journeying beyond the comfort of your own kitchen. You won't stay hungry after sampling these culinary delights

ROMANCE IN AFRICA He was young and handsome, standing there beneath a blue-gum tree, the sun in his gleaming hair and golden eyes, and she had no choice whatever but to fall for him, innocent as she was. But years later when she returned to Africa as a journalist, she sought to expose the man she had once loved as an unscrupulous profiteer exploiting the native wildlife. Secretly, though, she longed for him to prove her wronglonged to rediscover her lost and one true love. "Welcome to Lionspride," he said. And she walked right through his door and into his arms

Did Lalo Montego commit suicide in the bullring--and if so, why? And why did he leave his ranchero, hacienda, and bulls to his once-upon-a-time stepdaughter, Alyssa Dunlap, rather than to his only son, Adriano?

Alyssa is left wondering if Adriano's sudden romantic interest in her is the result of true love, or just a maneuver to reclaim an inheritance he believes is rightfully his. The popular matador Funuco de Galena also warns her about Adriano's intentions, but he has his own reasons to disrespect Adriano, since the handsome young bullfighter threatens to surpass Funuco's renown in the ring. And someone is shooting Montego bulls before they even reach the corrida.

A heart-felt story that will thrill all lovers of romantic suspense

For Marie Camaux, her arrival on the volcanic Caribbean island of Saint-Georges to reunite with her new husband, Charles, exposes her to a hot and humid tropical environment that's nothing like what she's left behind in England. Stranger still is the disconcerting change in her husband, from cool aristocrat to passionate lover, and his constant murmuring of another woman's name--Cecile. And what about the interfering old hag seemingly determined to destroy Marie's marriage? Or the cursed young voodoo priestess who's gone to her early grave? Or the legend that has Marie's husband becoming a victim of Mont d'Esnembuc's next fiery eruption? When the earthquakes begin to shake, and the lava starts to run, will any of them survive the coming calamity? A riveting novel of romantic suspense and intrigue.

Even Gourmands Have to Diet This new book details the struggles of two bestselling authors to enjoy gourmet food, chocolate, and wine while staying slim and healthy. If their exploratory journey was as arduous--and as filled with pitfalls--as those undertaken by so many others, it was still worth the effort. What they've discovered is a diet- and health-maintenance regime, including tasty diet-dining, that works for them--and may well work for YOU. If you want to eat good food and drink fine wine--and still look good in the bargain--this new guide may help. Stay hungry--and stay thin

In the tradition of the old "Ace Doubles" two-in-one books (flip one over to read the second title)--here is the third Wildside Mystery Double: INCIDENT AT ABERLENE: Spies and Lies, Book One, by William Maltese. Welcome to the Grey Zone, and its nefarious and shadowy landscape that knows no international boundaries--whose every individual agent has special expertise, but no permanent ties or allegiances to any nationalities, countries, or governments. Freelance agents Roger Lenic, Terrence Flag, and Howard Cahn are among those in the Zone who have been hired to...bury the INCIDENT AT ABERLENE. INCIDENT AT BRIMZINSKY: Spies and Lies, Book One, by William Maltese. Welcome to the Grey Zone, and its nefarious and shadowy landscape that knows no international boundaries--whose every individual agent has special expertise, but no permanent ties or allegiances to any nationalities, countries, or governments. Freelance agents Troy Candle, Gregory Ohm, and Johan Darnel are among those in the Zone who have been hired to...bury the INCIDENT AT BRIMZINSKY. Cutting-edge action-adventure in a modern world without boundaries.

William Maltese says: "Anyone who enjoys gourmet cooking, and who always yearns to experience an adventure when/while eating it, like I do, is exceedingly lucky whenever he finds a kindred spirit, professional or otherwise, who can spice things up with good and unique food, coupled with good wine and good conversation. There are many professional chefs who spend their lives on television, and/or in professional kitchens, wowing the public with their cooking artistry. There are those who aren't professionals but who still cook and, actually, invent their own recipes, and who mainly slip public notice, because they and their food aren't on display 24/7. This book introduces you to Cecile Charles, once one of the former, now one of the latter: a gourmet-cook extraordinaire who has invented, and still invents, her own recipes, and whose culinary creativity always leaves me inspired and astounded whenever she joins me in the kitchen or at the dining table." Here are 200 of chef Cecile Charles's gourmet health-and-healing dishes, all of them tested, sampled, and organized by her co-author, William Maltese. This is as good as it gets

Romance and adventure collide in Australia's exotic outback as a deadly storm and a deadly killer wreak havoc on the occupants of of an isolated toxicoloy lab cut off from immediate respite or rescue.

Well-known writer William Maltese returns to the world of male hustling, providing valuable insights into several young men who have not only survived within the brutal sex-for-hire environment, but actually thrived. In first-person accounts, the hustlers candidly reveal the secrets that have helped them prosper, when so many others have fallen by the wayside. The "Happy" Hustler reveals it all!

This is a book that needs to be read by those who must live Gluten-Free (because they have life-threatening allergies to wheat-based products), as well as those who just want to eat better. Included are first-person accounts of the difficulties involved in ridding oneself of gluten, plus many scrumptious recipes, and lists of informative websites, support groups, articles, and retail establishments catering to the Gluten-Free Way. An invaluable guide to a cutting-edge topic.

In the tradition of the old "Ace Doubles" two-in-one-books (flip one over to read the second title)--here is the eighteenth Wildside Double. SCHISM ON ANTHEER-D (Gods & Frauds #1), by William Maltese. On Antheer-D, religious fermentation suddenly comes to a boil, when diehard male chauvanist zealots attempt to overthrow the growing power of the transmogrified one-time humanoid female, Arya Organa. SCHISM ON BNTH (Gods & Frauds #2), by William Maltese. On Bnth, the old-time religious fanatics mount an attack on the Beast's Fortress, again aimed at curbing the power of Arya Organa, leader of the religious cult bent on supplanting every male god in the planet's pantheon. Will these schisms fracture human societies? Or will calmer, more rational minds prevail? Two entries in an exciting new sci-fi series.

William Maltese's Flicker-#1 Book of Answers chronicles the rise of one all-knowing, all-seeing, all-powerful teenage Grand Master Magician, and the battles fought by old and young, by magic (black and white), by demons, beasts and humans.

William Maltese begins his Wine Taster's Diary series in his native state of Washington, in the Spokane and Pullman areas. Here are the major and minor cellars and wineries of the region, whose creations have been lovingly sampled, weighed, and evaluated with the touch of both the connoisseur and the common man. Everyone seriously interested in the wines of Washington State will find something of interest here. Stay thirsty!

This book's for YOU--if you own a boat and are looking for enjoyable on-board eating that's not just another typical hamburger or hot dog, and is still quick and easy to prepare. The authors provide invaluable tips for truly great menu alternatives, requiring very little fuss, muss, or bother--whether afloat, pool-side, or in the backyard. Stay hungry!

SIZZLING BEACHES!

Jason Summer has dropped out of college for a reasonhe's just too hot to swot. As he works his way 'round Florida, hitching rides and selling favors, it seems that everyone Jason meets comes away satisfied.

But Jason's not the only beach bum on the make. On the West Coast, three eighteen-year-olds are amusing themselves in Baja during their last year in high school. Talbot has his eyes on a security guard, Marky is waiting for a French surfboy to wash up on the beach, and their classmate Jeffrey is pining for them both!

THE TEMPERATURE'S RISING!

HOT, SWEATY CALIFORNIA NIGHTS AND DAYS!

This new collection of ultra-explicit, raunchy short stories by William Maltese features spunky adventures of youthful porno stars, aroused young cops, blond-haired surfer boys, male prostitutes, and lots more fresh-faced, cute, well-hung studs. It's California dreamin', all the way from the red-hot beaches to the steamy studio lights of the Hollywood filmmakers!

STUD DRAQUAL RETURNS!

Someone had not only killed the writer, who'd been an "underground" movie star, model, hustler, and cross-dresser, but had also murdered the borderline drunk, who'd been a TV-network executive and anchorman for the evening news. Each corpse had been carefully draped in Draqualian silk, a very special silk created by very special silkworms who ate very special mulberry leaves.

Stud Draqual knew all about the silk, and knew the dead men too. Two things were immediately clear: the killings weren't accidental, and they were both connected directly to Studand he needed to be very careful indeed to penetrate the mystery without being murdered himself!

Laura Lexly, separated from her childhood friend, Kurt Reiger, for almost twenty years, hopes that their quest in the Brazilian jungle will allow them to cast aside the barriers to their love. But first they must solve the riddle of their fathers' disappearance, and ease the antipathy between the two families. But their quest is hindered not only by the dangers of the jungle, but by the human forces working against them. Can they survive betrayal on all sides? Suddenly their journey becomes a harrowing race against time and the odds. Only their love for each other can save the day!

Melissa Jordan's world is turned upside down when she agrees to help a scientist find a meteorite in the Canadian wilderness. Christian Wynard is after the same artifact, and from the moment she meets him, her life is in danger. Why? Who would want her dead? And what role does a set of mysterious knives play? After being involved in a suspicious helicopter crash, being shot at, and kidnapped, Melissa knows she must uncover the truth. And Christian is there by her side, every step of the way!