Roger Riccard, one of the most respected Sherlock Holmes authors, has again taken pen in hand to bring forth the first five adventures in a new series of short stories for your entertainment. The Adventure of the Apothecary’s Prescription – Dr. Watson receives a shipment of medicine with a cryptic note, that only Sherlock Holmes can unlock. Buffalo Bill and the Red Shirt Menace – The American showman has arrived in London to perform for Queen Victoria, but strange mishaps plague his troupe, especially his Indian performers. The Curious Case of Charlotte Musgrave – The daughter of Reginald Musgrave has a strange companion and death seems to follow her. Are they accidents, or is there a killer loose? The Designing Woman – A new century calls for new fashions and new attitudes. However, some think the world isn’t ready for what one designer has in mind. The Case of The Poached Eggplant – Holmes has been hired to prevent the theft of the famous Eggplant Necklace, yet it still disappears in a room full of London society. Sit back and enjoy reading this first volume of A Sherlock Holmes Alphabet of Cases, and watch out for Volume 2 (F to J) which contains The Fool and His Money, The Gunsmith of Sherwood, The Mysterious Horseman, The Italian Gourmet and The Judgement of Dr. Watson . "Roger Riccard is an extremely good pastiche writer. Personally, I think the best since the late Val Andrews passed over Reichenbach." - Joel Senter, publisher of the Sherlockian E-Times

In this new series of short stories, Sherlock and Watson embark on some of their classic adventures. Using the best of their wit, knowledge and cunning, the famous duo solves a selection of confounding mysteries including: The Adventure of the Fool and His Money - Dr. Watson receives an invitation to join an old comrade-in-arms in a treasure hunt. However, it takes Sherlock Holmes' knowledge and deductive powers to steer them in the right direction. The Case of the Gunsmith of Sherwood - The Sheriff of Nottingham needs Holmes' help to rescue a kidnapped gunsmith in a case which has international implications. The Mysterious Horseman - A visiting American has come to breed with an offspring of Silver Blaze. But who is following him - and why? The Adventure of the Italian Gourmet - Has the internationally famous culinary critic lost his taste? The Judgement of Dr. Watson - A zealous prosecutor goes after Dr. Watson based upon a publication that implicates both him and Holmes in the obstruction of justice. Praise for Roger Riccard "Roger Riccard's Sherlock Holmes stories remind you why you love Sherlock Holmes" David Marcum "Roger Riccard is an extremely good pastiche writer. Personally, I think the best since the late Val Andrews passed over Reichenbach" Joel Senter, publisher of the Sherlockian E-Times Roger Riccard is an American author. Having graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in Journalism and History from California State University, his career spans teaching, journalism and business writing. Inspired by his British ancestry, he took an interest in the works of Arthur Conan Doyle from an early age, later writing Sherlock Holmes and the Case of the Poisoned Lilly and Sherlock Holmes and the Case of the Twain Papers. He lives in Los Angeles with his wife, Rosilyn.

Roger Riccard, one of the most respected Sherlock Holmes authors, has again taken pen in hand to bring forth the third set of five adventures in a new series of short stories for your entertainment. The Kaiser Role – Picking up where The Case of the Gunsmith of Sherwood left off, Mycroft Holmes insists that his brother follow and stop the Heligoland rebel, Lady Lydia Wyt, in her plot against Kaiser Wilhelm II. The Trinity Leprechaun – A mythical creature invades the campus of Trinity College. Holmes is engaged to find out why; and what is the purpose of the ‘gifts’ left behind? The Monique Mystery – Just what was the case that brought Mary Morstan’s employer to Sherlock Holmes so many years before The Sign of Four? The Notable Musician – Famous American bandleader, John Phillip Sousa, has an urgent case for the great detective to solve before he gives a Command Performance. The Origami Mystery – Why is someone after a collection of Japanese paper sculptures? Sit back and enjoy reading this third volume of A Sherlock Holmes Alphabet of Cases, and watch out for Volume 4 (P to T) coming soon. 'Roger Riccard is an extremely good pastiche writer. Personally, I think the best since the late Val Andrews passed over Reichenbach.' - Joel Senter, publisher of the Sherlockian E-Times

Roger Riccard, one of the most respected Sherlock Holmes pastiche authors, presents the fourth of five volumes of mysteries for your entertainment. Volume 4 in the series contains five original tales, which The Piccadilly Poisoner - A patient of Dr Watson exhibits signs of being slowly poisoned. Can Sherlock Holmes prevent the fatal dose from being administered? The Dead Quiet Library - Two people have died under suspicious circumstances in a ‘haunted’ academic library. Were the deaths accidental as reported, or is there a more novel explanation? The Raspberry Tart - There is something odd about the relationship between a banker's son and a beautiful young actress. What is the real reason behind the banker's disapproval? The Student Olympian - Why has a student, who is also a candidate for Great Britain's 1908 Olympic team, suddenly disappeared? Death on the Thames - A body turns up on a royal boat. Unusual circumstances call for the skills of Sherlock Holmes and Dr Watson. A Sherlock Holmes Alphabet of Cases, Volume 4 will please many existing fans as well as those who yearn for more tales of the great detective. 'These Sherlock Holmes cases prove to be intricate and it is fascinating to read how the great detective examines the events surrounding each case and his discovery of the culprits. The characters are well-developed as each plays a significant role in the work. Innovative and entertaining, A Sherlock Holmes Alphabet of Cases is an amazing read for all fans of Sherlock Holmes detective stories.’ – Edith Wairumu, Readers’ Favorite