Barb Goffman, one of the most acclaimed short story authors and editors in the mystery field, returns with a great holiday-themed tale, selected especially for members of the Black Cat. Enjoy!

Mark Thielman is a criminal magistrate working in Fort Worth, Texas. Formerly, he spent twenty-seven years as a prosecutor for Tarrant and Dallas counties. A two-time Black Orchid Award-winning novella author, Mark's short fiction has been published in Alfred Hitchcock's Mystery Magazine and anthologies including the Mystery Writers of America collection Odd Partners. He lives in Fort Worth with his wife, two sons, and an oversized dog. Visit his web site for more information: MarkThielman.com.