Murder at the Book Signing...

Michelle Miles, author of the popular “Adventures of Ransom and Fortune” series of books, is in town for a one-on-one afternoon with her fans at The Strand Bookstore. Her agent, Samuel Archer, is reputed to be ruthless and vicious – the exact assets he used to catapult Michelle Miles and her book to the number one bestselling spot! But when Samuel Archer is found dead between the bookshelves, stabbed in the neck with a Ransom and Fortune promotional pen, everyone attending the book signing becomes a suspect! Not everyone is who they say, and lies will be exposed as the mystery of the Murder At The Book Signing is solved!

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THIS YEAR, GIVE THE GIFT OF A BLOODY UNFORGETTABLE PARTY!

Your Custom Game Kit Includes:

• Suspect Briefing Instructions
• Chapter Introduction Scripts
• Characters Customized For Your Guests
• Secrets and Motives Based on the Information You Provide Us

And A Whole Lot Of Fun!

Perfect for office Christmas Parties or home entertaining, Bloody Christmas is an adult game that will keep you and your guests guessing until the very end. Buy and personalize today for just $231.99

DSI: Death Scene Investigation Description

The TV shows make it all look so different – so glamorous, but you know better. You're a death scene investigator, and see all sorts of gruesome things on a daily basis. Your forensic knowledge is tested on a daily basis as you examine the evidence and work with your team and the detectives to solve murders, and just hope you're not elected to be the evidence keeper!

Case 1: He Didn't Know What Hit Him!

When a body is found in the woods, the DSI team must use their forensic skills to to investigate the scene, determine the cause of death and solve the murder.

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Somewhere over the rainbow muder was afoot

The Wonderful Land of Oz! YEAH RIGHT! One of the most shocking murders the world has ever seen, covered up with a children's book and a musical movie! You know better though – and intend to prove it. The Wicked Witch of the East was, in fact, murdered ! It's time to expose the truth.

It was awfully convenient that the tornado picked up Dorothy, Toto and her house and deposited her directly upon the Wicked Witch of the East, without anyone else getting hurt. Based more on L. Frank Baum's original book than the Hollywood movie, The Wizard of Oz Mystery reveals the truth - the slippers were made of silver, the flowers that knocked everyone out were actually poppies and Dorothy was not as innocent as she pretended.

Somewhere Over The Rainbow, Murder Was Afoot!

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Even Superheroes Can't Conquer Death...

If only the public knew... they think the life of a Superhero is all glory, glamor and excitement. If only they knew that lately you spend most evenings at home eating Pot Noodle and watching Jeopardy. What else is a love sick superhero supposed to do to manage stress? Broken heart, 10 new pounds around the waist and, to top it all off, you have to attend a “Superhero, Super Villain peace convention” - the city's way of trying to curb both violence and vigilante action! What could possibly go wrong when sworn enemies, nemeses and super egos come together in the same room? Yes, what indeed... With a wicked grin, you grab the Danish from atop the microwave, stuff it in your mouth and head out the door, faster than a speeding train.

It’s the first ever superhero/supervillain peace convention, a step toward bringing crime and vigilantism under control. Yet, when one of the supervillains is murdered on the rooftop of the convention building, the world’s hope for peace is shattered and its up to the superheroes, as well as their villainous enemies, to discover the murderer in their midst.

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Murder is Centre Stage...

A last-minute opera performance. A secretive purpose. A scandal-riddle guild. Carmen, you believe, should be enjoyed, the delight of the performance lingered upon, and the preparation for such a performance should be slow and meticulous. But then again, who are you to pass up the chance to enjoy watching the drama that surrounds the opera guild. You endure the embarrassment that is the house red (which tastes like merlot poured on a riding boot) just to hear word of what Mrs. Jameson is doing behind Mr. Jameson's back, not to mention the tragedy that is always Mrs. Vanderfield's attire. If the mood is right, maybe the Armstrongs will invite you to their beach house for the long weekend, like last year. Not everyone would have the audacity to fish for that invitation – will you subtly bring it up before the murder or after?

A 5 player murder mystery game for adults. Play time is approx. 2-4 hours.

Game Bonuses Include

• Two bonus characters
• Instructions on how to integrate the bonus characters
• mp3 Introductions and confession round
• Printable Accusation forms

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Surviving the crash was only the beginning...

Surviving the crash was only the beginning…

In the real world, you were in banking. You liked walking your dog along the river and watching Seinfeld with your fiancé before bed. When you felt down, you would remember the happiest time in you life: vacation in Mexico, floating in a pool, soaking up the sun and drinking from coconuts. Now, on this island that civilization forgot, every time you see a coconut you wan to beat yourself to death with it. Rain comes on with no warning. You used to love the rain – now you hardly notice it. Green can only get so green and the ocean can only look so beautiful before you miss the little things like car horns honking in the night.

After a terrible plane crash, Brianne Cain, Vaughan Mead, Mark Tobler, Samir Youseff, Lorrie Du Pris, Finn Hockney, and Eva O'Brien find that they are not alone on the remote island on which they've crashed. Together, they live in harmony with those who were on the island when the plane crashed, all working together to try to get off the island and back to society - at least, that's how it seems. When Simon Soldienta, the island's longest-standing resident, is found murdered in the jungle, everyone seems to have a reason to kill him. The plot continues to twist as the survivors discover each others terrible secrets until the out-of-this-world climax. What is the secret behind the island's seemingly magic ability to heal? Who brought them to the island, why, and HOW? All secrets will be revealed as the marooned survivors try to figure out who killed Simon Soldienta and why.

Game Bonuses Include

• Two bonus characters
• Instructions on how to integrate the bonus characters
• mp3 Introductions and confession round
• Printable Accusation forms
• Notes Pages for your guests
• Choose Your Ending!

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It was the worst witch hunt in American history…

Salem Witches Female Version:

Salem Town, 1692.

The Devil has come to Salem Town, but not in the form of witchcraft. You keep your gaze low and try not to make eye contact with the girls whose accusations of witchcraft have the townsfolk in fear for their liberty – and their lives! And yet, something pulls your sights from the dirt road to the carriage passing by. The minute you see her, you know you've made a grave mistake. Ann Putnam Jr. is staring at you, evil intentions stretching her lips into a tiny grin. That split second connection of your gazes means you'll soon join your townsfolk in the jail, and if you don't confess to witchcraft, you'll hang on Gallows Hill!

A large group game, suitable for between 8 and 200 people. Murder mystery game for adults, contains Super SecretsTM, exclusive to Shot In The Dark Mysteries. Play time is approx. 2-4 hours.

Exclusive Game Bonuses Include:

• Four bonus characters
• Instructions on how to integrate the bonus characters
• mp3 introductions and confession
• Printable Accusation forms

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Salem Witches CoEd Version:

Salem Town, 1692.

The Devil has come to Salem Town, but not in the form of witchcraft. You keep your gaze low and try not to make eye contact with the girls whose accusations of witchcraft have the townsfolk in fear for their liberty – and their lives! And yet, something pulls your sights from the dirt road to the carriage passing by. The minute you see her, you know you've made a grave mistake. Ann Putnam Jr. is staring at you, evil intentions stretching her lips into a tiny grin. That split second connection of your gazes means you'll soon join your townsfolk in the jail, and if you don't confess to witchcraft, you'll hang on Gallows Hill!

A large group game, suitable for between 8 and 200 people. Murder mystery game for adults, contains Super SecretsTM, exclusive to Shot In The Dark Mysteries. Play time is approx. 2-4 hours.

Exclusive Game Bonuses Include:

• Four bonus characters
• Instructions on how to integrate the bonus characters
• mp3 introductions and confession
• Printable Accusation forms

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The game is just beginning....

Arby Whinger, The Angel's pitcher, has dropped dead on the mound. A heart attack is quickly ruled out, and a group of suspects is assembled. Finding the suspects was no easy task - after all, the entire stadium was full! Despite this, the police believe they have their murderer, or murderers, in mind, and have put everyone in the Angel's locker room until they are ready to take them downtown. Who killed Arby Whinger, why and most importantly, how did they pull of the daring murder in front of thousands of witnesses?

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Murder is always front page news....

It's The Chronicle's 25th anniversary, but that's not all they are celebrating. Editor-in-Chief Barty Barker is retiring from his 25-year career, handing the reins over to Milton Muckler, an outspoken editorialist in the prime of his career. But when Milton Muckler is found dead in the basement production room, those celebrating his success turn into murder suspects. Who killed Milton Muckler, and why are the police taking so long to arrive?

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He sees you when your sleeping ...

With the January Mayoral election looming, long time mayor Ed Hanson is about to make his last public appearance - as Santa Claus at Eva Alpha's Christmas party. But when the mayor, dressed in full Saint Nick outfit, is found strangled with a length of Christmas lights, it's quickly realized that the guest list is packed with the mayor's enemies! Everyone is a suspect in this yule-tide murder mystery game!

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The Halloween Howler

Witches are cackling
Bats are flying by
It’s bound to be a wild night
‘Cause someone’s gonna die...

You’re carving your Halloween pumpkin when The Invitation arrives and you breathe a sigh of relief. You’ve been worried you wouldn’t be invited to Maria Stratford’s annual Halloween Howler – the event of the year in your society circle. Not receiving an invitation signifies social demaise – a fate worse than death as far as you’re concerned. On the paper in impeccable calligraphy, Maria Stratford has included the costume you must wear on the night of the party. You dare not disobey, lest you suffer the same fate Samule did three years ago. He broke the rule and still suffers the consequences of being blacklisted from The Halloween Howler, poor git.

You put the invitation on your mantle, ensuring nothing else blocks the view of such an important piece of mail. With the knife back in your hand, you sink the blade through the flesh of the pumpkin, and wonder what tricks and treats await you on devil’s night…

Maria Stratford is hosting her annual Halloween Howler, the party her friends look forward to all year long and rave about for the rest of the year. Maria goes all out for the Halloween Howler, and her house is decorated to the max, including her front and back yard. Each person receives their costume ahead of time, and must come dressed as Maria decides lest her parties become an excuse for the women to wear lingerie in public. This is a rule no one dare break, ever since Halloween 2004, when Samule came dressed as a mummy instead of a satyr and did not receive another invitation for the next three years!

The party is just starting when Tim Plinsky is found dead in the mud room! The nicest guy in the group of friends, Tim is the last person anyone would kill – or so it seems. The police are extremely busy on Devil’s Night, leaving it up to the guests to put together the mystery until the police arrive! Who killed Tim Plinsky, and why?

Exclusive Game Bonuses Include

• mp3 Introductions and confession round
• Notes Pages for your guests

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