When a Stranger Comes to Town by Michael Koryta (Ed.)

A stranger arrives—and suddenly everything changes.
 
Edited by bestselling crime writer Michael Koryta, When a Stranger Comes to Town brings together stories from an impressive lineup of mystery, crime, and suspense writers, all exploring one of storytelling's most enduring premises: the unexpected arrival of an outsider.
 
The collection ranges from unsettling encounters and buried secrets to murder, danger, and psychological suspense. With each author offering a different interpretation of the theme, readers can move from story to story without knowing exactly what kind of trouble the next stranger will bring.
 
Featuring S. A. Cosby, Michael Connelly, Lisa Unger, Joe Hill, Joe R. Lansdale, Lori Roy, Steve Hamilton, and many others, this Mystery Writers of America anthology is an especially strong collection for crime readers who enjoy discovering new authors alongside established favorites.
 
❤️ Why You’ll Love It
Short crime and mystery stories built around a wonderfully simple premise
Features an outstanding lineup of contemporary mystery and suspense writers
Offers everything from psychological suspense to darker crime fiction
Short-story format makes it easy to read one tale at a time
A great way to sample authors you may not have read before
📚 Perfect For
Mystery and thriller readers
Fans of crime-fiction anthologies
Readers of Michael Connelly, S. A. Cosby, Lisa Unger, and Joe Hill
Anyone who enjoys dark, atmospheric short stories
Readers looking to discover their next favorite mystery author