Aaron Smith

A tour de force, Aaron Smith’s fourth collection of poetry, The Book of Daniel, resists the easy satisfactions of Beauty while managing the contemporary entanglements of art, sex, and grief. Part pop-thriller, part queer rage, and part mourning, these poems depict not only the complications of representation in the age of social media but a critique of identity. Taking on subjects as diverse as the literary canon, his mother’s incurable cancer diagnosis, gay bashing, celebrity gossip, bigotry, violence on TV, and Alexander McQueen’s suicide, Smith proves that the confessional lyric is not dead. In tangents as wild as they are reigned, with his characteristic blend of directness, vulnerability and humor, these poems take on the world as it is, a world we love even as it resists all intimacy.

The Missing YearsAccording to the stories of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, Sherlock Holmes, while battling his arch foe, Prof. Moriarty, was lost in the Falls at Reichenback and presumed dead, though his body was never recovered. Upon his return to London four years later, Holmes informs Dr. Watson that he had been traveling Europe and the Far East under the disguise of a Norwegian named Sigerson. In a novella length adventure, I.A. Watson delves deeper into those missing years, revealing who it was that accompanied the Great Detective during those lost years.This is one of four all new stories that fill this 10th volume of Airship 27 Productions' best selling series. Writers Aaron Smith and Greg Hatcher offer up their own unique tales; among them a clever burglar who robs from the rich while they attend theater performances and in another, Holmes and Watson come to the aid of a former Baker Street Irregular accused of murder.Once again three of the finest New Pulp writers breathe life into Conan Doyle's classic characters and spin exciting, suspenseful tales of mystery and intrigue. Sit back, pour yourself a brandy and prepare to enjoy a truly wonderful collection of stories starring the one and only Sherlock Holmes-Consulting Detective.

Once again, hidden on the fog shrouded streets of London are heinous criminals set upon their nefarious schemes. All that stands in their way are two men, stalwart and unafraid to take on villainy in all its insidious disguises; Sherlock Holmes and Dr. Watson.In this, the ninth entry in this bestselling series, the crime solving friends tackle five brand new mysteries that are totally unique to any of their previous adventures. Among these; an entire crew of a shoreline light house vanishes during a raging storm, one of Watson's old army colleagues is accused of murder and a former Baker Street Irregular seeks out their aid on behalf of his crippled father. These three cases and two others are brilliantly delivered by writers I.A. Watson, Fred Adams Jr., Erik Franklin and Aaron Smith. Proving once again there is only one Sherlock Holmes, Consulting Detective.

In his third poetry collection, Primer, Aaron Smith grapples with the ugly realities of the private self, in which desire feels more like a trap than fulfillment. What is the face we prepare in our public lives to distract others from our private grief? Smith's poetry explores that inexplicable tension between what we say and how we actually feel, exposing the complications of intimacy and the limitations of language to bridge those distances between friends, family members, and lovers. What we deny, in the end, may be just what we actually survive. Mortality in Smith's work remains the uncomfortable foundation at the center of our relationship with others, to faith, to art, to love as we grow older, and ultimately, to our own sense of who we are in our bodies in the world. The struggle of this book, finally, is in naming whether just what we say we want is enough to satisfy our primal needs, or are the choices we make to stay alive the same choices we make to help us, in so many small ways, to die.

Ancient EvilDuring their colorful careers battling crime and villainy, Sherlock Holmes and Dr. Watson encountered the most bizarre mysteries. In this latest volume, they set out to solve three of the most unique puzzles ever put before them.Two bodies are unearthed during the excavations beneath and old church and Holmes soon determines both are the victims of foul play; one recently and the other well over a hundred years prior. Meanwhile a retired Vice Admirable is found slain in his locked quarters leaving Holmes to solve a classic puzzle of not only "who" but also "how." And finally, when bodies begin surfacing all over London with their blood completely drained, the famous Consulting Detective and his loyal assistant face the possibility that a legendary monster is roaming the fog-shrouded streets of their beloved London.Writers I.A. Watson, Raymond Lovato and Aaron Smith put forth a trio of classic Conan Doyle-like mysteries pitting the Great Detective against the most menacing of evils both modern and ancient. Once more, the police Bobby's whistle shrieks and the game is afoot

When a group of men and women throughout London begin exhibiting strangge psychotic behavior, Dr. John Seward, from the Dracula affair, is brought in on the case. Faced with a mystery beyond his realm of experiences, he turns to Sherlock HOlmes' trusted companion, Dr. Watson, for help.Together these two men of science must uncover the riddle behind a white powder drug with the ability to drive people mad before the entire population is infected.Her is an original, never-before-published mystery set against the backdropo f Victorian England by a master storyteller. Suspense and adventure await on every corner as two of literature's mos tfamous characters join forces to unravel a SEASON OF MADNESS.And as a bonus the first short-story in a brand new series starring her Majesty's Secret Service agent Hound Dog Harker: "The Electric Shark."

Drug free sport is an unattainable aspiration. In this critical, paradigm-shifting reappraisal of contemporary drug policy in sport, Bob Stewart and Aaron Smith argue that drug use in sport is an inexorable consequence of the nature, structure and culture of sport itself. By de-mythologising and de-moralising the assumptions that prop up current drug management controls, and re-emphasising the importance of the long-term well-being and civil rights of the athlete, they offer a powerful argument for creating a legitimate space for drug use in sport. The book offers a broad ranging overview of the social and commercial pressures impelling drug use, and maps the full historical and social extent of the problem. With policy analysis at the centre of the discussion, the book explores the complete range of social, management, policy, scientific, technological and health issues around drugs in sport, highlighting the irresolvable tension between the zero-tolerance model as advanced by WADA and the harm-reduction approach adopted by drug education and treatment agencies. While there are no simple solutions, as long as drugs use is endemic in wider society the authors argue that a more nuanced and progressive approach is required in order to safeguard and protect the health, social liberty and best interests of athletes and sports people, as well as the value of sport itself.

HE OWNS THE NIGHT One of the most original heroes in all of pulpdom returns in four gun-blazing adventures jam-packed with action and adventure. The mysterious Black Bat once again patrols the urban jungle. His targets: Those who would prey on the weak the helpless. Crusading District Attorney, Anthony Quinn, was scarred and blinded by gangland hoods. When an experimental transplant operation returns his sight, it also grants him the ability to see in the dark Allowing the public to continue believing he is a harmless, blind attorney, Quinn invents a new identity, that of the crime-fighting avenger known as the Black Bat With a trio of loyal aids, he launches his campaign against the forces of evil.From a giant Nazi-bred monster to a gun-slinging Commie assassin, here are four brand new tales by Andrew Salmon, Aaron Smith, Mark Justice and Frank Schildiner starring the master of the night, the Black Bat, once again thrilling pulp fans with his daring exploits. Long considered the template from which dozens of comic book heroes were inspired, including Marvel's Daredevil and DC's Batman, the Black Bat is truly one of the most unique characters ever born of the pulps.

Thirteen authors from around the world bring you fourteen dark and disturbing ghost stories. With over 64,000 words that will chill your bone and keep you up all night, this anthology brings horror to a new level. The Seventh Step by Judi Calhoun- A boy starts seeing eyes from the seventh step of his house which leads to horror unimaginable to him. The Hat Man by Earl Bartel- A ghostly entity called the Hat Man must perform his duty again, but who is the Hat Man? Chinese Buttons by Aaron Smith- "Furniture is the product of the thoughts of evil men" A man's grandmother dies and the world will never be the same again. Already There by Jeffrey Todd- A woman still mourns the death of her husband and child but have they really left? The Inheritance by Kay Glass- A death of a baby in 1804 and a childless couple inherits a house in 2014. The darkness of what happens will leave you speechless. House of the Goat Monster By Jim Goforth- Kathryn's car broke down as she was lost. A ghostly child leads her to a house where one of the darkest stories in the anthology begin. Be warned this is not for the faint of heart. Incorporeal Beings by Jonathan Nichols- Young adults go visit the haunted Denwood Manor where the spirits take a keen interest in them. Drains in the floor by M.J. Pack- A ghost hunter at a campus tells a young student a horrific tale with horrific implications. The Moat by W. Whitethorn- A cottage across the moat harbors a horrific secret and something does not want people to cross the moat. Cherry Creek by Arthur Doweyko- Minnie lives in a town in Nevada in the year 1881. A series of events occur which leads to a ghostly realization. The Broadcast Circle by Aline Boucher Kaplan- A woman driving home on a back road realizes her gift and a mystery ensues with a spiritual encounter. Rapid Departure by Christopher Davis- Dean departs on a late flight and a man recounts a gruesome tale. The Goldfield Hotel by David Tyson- Two college students explore the Goldfield Hotel and discover that local stories just might be true. The Hitchhiker by David Tyson- John drives through the small town of Goldfield, NV and picks up a strange young girl.

Murder by GaslightA thick fog envelopes the streets of London and nefarious agents set about their evil plots and schemes. Murder most foul rears its ugly head and baffling mysteries confound the good men of Scotland Yard until they've no recourse by to call upon the greatest Consulting Detective of them all, Sherlock Holmes of 221 B Baker Street.In this seventh volume of Airship 27 Productions' best-selling series, Sherlock Holmes and his steadfast companion, Dr. Watson, set out to solve four brand new mysteries, each a unique puzzle unlike any they've encountered before. From confronting the legendary Spring-Heel Jack to battling a fictional foe become real, Holmes and Watson will have to employ all their considerable talents to unravel these complex and insidious crimes.Writers I.A. Watson, Aaron Smith, Alan J. Porter and Greg Hatcher have offered up a quartet of intriguing mysteries that will challenge even the most ardent readers as they attempt to match wits with Arthur Conan Doyle's ageless hero, Sherlock Holmes

What do a giant hummingbird, a vast, city-sized, energy-guzzling blob and a sentient planetoid have in common? They all want to mess up your day, in a BIG way.Think you've read every giant monster story there is to read? Think again. How about a colossal, rampaging giraffe? How about THIRTY of them? Beavers are pretty cute, eh? Not when they're snapping your boat in two and gnawing your legs off. How about a little frog? How about a bloody massive frog, straight from the pits of Hell? A vast, bloodthirsty bug tears through the streets and a mountainous rhinoceros creature answers the prayers of a desperate man. These abominations fight tooth and claw for your attention along with giant hounds, kangaroos, wasps and sea creatures. Then there's ancient Mayan monsters, Lovecraftian terrors from beyond the realms of sanity and insidious beasts of every shape conjured up by human meddling. Oh, and did we mention the platypus?So here they are, seventeen stories, seventeen monsters, all here to delight and disgust you as they return to their STOMPING GROUNDS

THE BAKER STREET SLEUTH RETURNSAirship 27 Productionsis delighted to announce the next chapter in their best selling series with Volume III of "Sherlock Holmes - Consulting Detective" and present a brand new quintet of terrific, classic Holmes mysteries written in the tradition of his creator; Sir Arthur Conan Doyle.Five brand new puzzles to challenge the Great Detective and his ever loyal companion, Dr.Watson. Within these pages they will encounter mythological fairies seeming to plague a beautiful country estate, man-eating tigers on the loose in the streets of London and a stolen museum mummy. These are only some of the mysteries awaiting the famous crime solving duo as penned by today's most gifted writers; Aaron Smith, I.A. Watson, Joshua Reynolds and Andrew Salmon. Both Salmon & Watson having won the prestigious Pulp Factory Award for their earlier Holmes tales in volumes one and two respectively.Airship 27 Productions is thrilled to be continuing this extremely popular series which Sherlock Holmes fans around the globe have made an overwhelming success. Volume III features a wonderful new cover painting by Brian McCulloch plus eleven interior illustrations by the book's designer, Rob Davis, another Pulp Factor Award winner for his work on volume one. So load your revolvers, hail a hansom and prepare yourself for page turning thrills aplenty. Once again, the game is afoot

Drug free sport is an unattainable aspiration. In this critical, paradigm-shifting reappraisal of contemporary drug policy in sport, Bob Stewart and Aaron Smith argue that drug use in sport is an inexorable consequence of the nature, structure and culture of sport itself. By de-mythologising and de-moralising the assumptions that prop up current drug management controls, and re-emphasising the importance of the long-term well being and civil rights of the athlete, they offer a powerful argument for creating a legitimate space for drug use in sport. The book offers a broad ranging overview of the social and commercial pressures impelling drug use, and maps the full historical and social extent of the problem. With policy analysis at the centre of the discussion, the book explores the complete range of social, management, policy, scientific, technological and health issues around drugs in sport, highlighting the irresolvable tension between the zero-tolerance model as advanced by WADA and the harm-reduction approach adopted by drug education and treatment agencies. While there are no simple solutions, as long as drugs use is endemic in wider society the authors argue that a more nuanced and progressive approach is required in order to safeguard and protect the health, social liberty and best interests of athletes and sports people, as well as the value of sport itself.

High Flying Adventure Strap on your seat belts and rev up your props, as Lance Star - Sky Ranger returns with another helping of all out action, adventure, thrills and spills high up in the wild blue yonder. And this time he's accompanied by a handful of pulpdom's greatest aviation heroes, including: The Griffon, The Three Mosquitos, and the undisputed Commander of the Clouds, America's # 1 action ace, Captain Midnight Writers Bobby Nash, Van Allen Plexico, Aaron Smith and David Walker go full throttle to bring you five pulse-pounding tales of brave men and their flying machines as they fight our country's deadliest foes at home and abroad. Featuring interior illustrations by Rob Davis and a stunning cover by Shane Evans, Lance Star - Sky Ranger Vol. Two is the high-flying collection pulp fans have been waiting for.

A CLASSIC HERO REBORNBritish adventure writer, H. Rider Haggard's most popular fictional character was Alan Quatermain, the irascible African big game hunter. As the hero of the classic KING SOLOMON'S MINES, Quatermain immediately fired the imagination of readers across the world and created an instant demand for more of his adventures.Now Airship 27 Productions answers that on-going demand by presenting two brand new Alan Quatermain novellas each filled with a host of suspense, action and exotic African locales. When a French river boat pilot discovers elephant ivory suffused with gold, it sends the expert guide on a quest find a fable elephant's graveyard to learn answer to the "GOLDEN IVORY" by Alan J. Porter. Next a na ve American lad follows Quatermain deep into the jungle to find eight missing white women only to uncover an ancient evil capable of possessing the bodies of its victim's in Aaron Smith's chilling "TEMPLE OF LOST SOULS."Here are complete tales that will thrill pulp fans and introduce a whole new generation to one of the most famous adventure heroes of all time; H. Rider Haggard's Alan Quatermain.