5 Funny Detective Stories - A Maynard Soloman Collection [Kindle Edition]

Benjamin Sobieck (Author)

Book Description

* As seen in the #1 spot for political humor on Amazon!

Fans of short, funny detective stories, meet Maynard Soloman, gal-damn detective. Some would say he's crusty, profane and clueless. But if you ask him, he solves the world's problems one case at time. Once you experience his 1930s-style of doing business in a 21st century world, you just might agree.

Included in this anthology are five short stories featuring the cult hero, plus five bonus features:

1. "Maynard Soloman Solves the War on Drugs"

2. "Maynard Soloman Fixes Social Security and Eats a Pony"
Bonus: "How to Cuss Like Maynard Soloman"

3. "Maynard Soloman and the Job-Nabbin' Illegal Immigrants"
Bonus: "Maynard Soloman's Two-Beer Critter Marinade"

4. "Maynard Soloman Proves Santa Claus is Real"
Bonus: "Maynard Soloman's Guide to Milk and Cookies"

5. "Maynard Soloman Legalizes Gay Knot Tying"
Bonus: "10 Signs Your Kid is in a Cult"

Exclusive Bonus: "Best of Maynard's Facebook Page"

* Author nominated for Best Short Story of 2011 by Preditors & Editors Reader Poll.

Editorial Reviews

Review

"Maynard is the philosopher-cum-man-of-action that we all wish we could be, the detective who solves mysteries by turning idiocy against itself." - Peter Rozovsky, Detectives Beyond Borders (Spinetingler Award winner)

"I recommend to everyone who is looking for a quick read. It's perfect for that pick me up laugh, that bathroom read, that afternoon escape." - Molly Edwards, Reviews by Molly

"Oh my goodness! I'm not sure when I've laughed so hard. It was like having a conversation with the man from the 'Grumpy Old Men' movie! So much fun!" - Gina Hott, Hott Books

"It never ceases to amaze me how this young man has created such a perfect crotchety old character. This is such a fun series and Maynard has become one of my favorite characters." - Michelle Peden Vasquez, Life in Review

"With a satirical take on everything from America's war on drugs to immigration law to social security, Maynard Soloman is a mobile home-dwelling crime-fighting dynamo. He may not be the brightest bulb in the box, but he sure is amusing." - Laura Roberts, ePublisher Daily

"With a chip on his shoulder and more than his share of attitude, the protagonist presents himself as a force to be reckoned with and immediately captured my interest." - Chantal Boudreau, author/illustrator

About the Author

Benjamin Sobieck is the author of Cleansing Eden - The Celebrity Murders, the Maynard Soloman crime humor series and numerous flash fiction pieces. His non-fiction work as an online editor for an international publishing company reaches a print, TV and digital audience of millions. He and his wife live in Minnesota. His website is CrimeFictionBook.com. Meet him on Facebook, Twitter, Goodreads, CrimeSpace and Google Plus.

Product Details

• File Size: 258 KB
• Print Length: 100 pages
• Simultaneous Device Usage: Unlimited
• Sold by: Amazon Digital Services, Inc.
• Language: English
• ASIN: B007JZCPS4
• Text-to-Speech: Enabled
• X-Ray: Not Enabled
• Lending: Enabled
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #771,044 Paid in Kindle Store (See Top 100 Paid in Kindle Store)

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful

4.0 out of 5 stars Gumshoe fun May 13, 2012

By Hake

Format:Kindle Edition|Amazon Verified Purchase

Getting away from the heavy detective stories, this is an enjoyable comedic look at the Gum shoe world. Not to be taken seriously but there for some fun.

More About the Author

I'm the author of the crime thriller novel, "Cleansing Eden: The Celebrity Murders," the Maynard Soloman crime humor short story series and numerous flash fiction pieces. I'm also the founder/editor of "Fingerprints," an online journal of crime flash non-fiction.

My professional journalism career spans newspapers, magazines, television, websites and books. I work full-time as an online editor for an international publisher of enthusiast titles. I have a degree in journalism and a minor in creative writing from St. Cloud State University, Minnesota. My wife and I live in Minnesota.

Visit my website at http://www.crimefictionbook.com.