I. a. Watson

Houdini- Pulp Hero He began his stage career as a card manipulator. As his popularity grew, Harry Houdini quickly became known as one of the most colorful stage magicians and escape artists of all time. Then the movies came knocking and the man people had only read about in the newspapers was suddenly starring on the silver screen, captivating audiences with his daring serial exploits. Harry Houdini was no longer just a magician, he was an international superstar. In 1904 he began a world tour starting in London and the adventures grew even more fantastic. From his encounters with Bram Stoker and Arthur Conan Doyle, Houdini then battled an evil cult in the catacombs of Paris before heading to Berlin on the Orient Express where murder reared its ugly head. These amazing tales are chronicled here by Jim Beard, James Palmer, I.A. Watson and Roman Leary and present a new look at an extraordinary man who was indeed larger than life, he was Harry Houdini, Pulp Hero

In this second chapter his daring robberies of the jaded gentry have stirred the ire of the Sheriff of Nothingham and his allies. A devious plot is hatched in the guise of an archery contest to lure the daring Robin Hood within the city limits and there trap him. Once more Ian Watson spins a tale of action and adventure steeped in rich historical lore as he relates perhaps the most reckless of the Robin's famed exploits. Can the King of Sherwood, aided by his loyal and of rogues, claim the prized Golden Arrow or will the walls of Nothingham become his tomb.Robin Hood, Arrow of Justice is another rollicking grand adventure that continues this innovative and wonderful retelling of a truly classic legend loved by millions. This volume once again spotlights a gorgeous painted cover by Pulp Factory Award Winning recipient Mike Manley, with interior illustrations and designs by Art Director Rob Davis. Airship 27 Productions is thrilled to return to Sherwood Forest.

BULLDOG DRUMMOND - BAITED HOOK Airship 27 is proud to present the third volume in the new adventures of this classic gentleman adventurer. The legendary British pulp hero, Bulldog Drummond returns in three brand new missions by writer Ian Watson. Captain Hugh "Bulldog" Drummond, a nine-year veteran of the Royal Loamshires, 22 SAS Regiment, is a bonafide action junkie. He hates nothing more than a dull, boring routine, so he is constantly advertising in London papers to find worthy souls seeking assistance in sticky situations. These are people in need of rescue from impossible odds. In this volume, Drummond finds himself in the Saharan hellhole of Kufra in search of Ghaddafi's stolen uranium stock. Then he's off to the Texas border to assist an FBI pal in hunting the fabled monster known as the Chupacabra. And lastly, when his boss is assassinated and his team goes missing, Drummond must face an old and relentless foe. "Ian Watson once again hits the bullseye," cheers Airship 27 Production Managing Editor Ron Fortier. "His thrilling re-imagining of this iconic pulp hero is brilliant as is evident in this fun collection of rollicking stories. Once again proving the words Bulldog Drummond are synonymous with action and adventure." Pulp Factory Award-winning Artist Howard Simpson provides both the nine black and white interior illustrations and the striking full-color cover, while Art Director Rob Davis the book design. AIRSHIP 27 PRODUCTION - PULP FICTION FOR A NEW GENERATION

THE OTHER WATSON-In 2009 Airship 27 Production launched its series of brand new Sherlock Holmes adventures titled "Sherlock Holmes - Consulting Detective." Among the contributors was a British writer named I.A. Watson. Considered a good omen by the publishers to have Watson on board, that first volume became a huge success; as did the subsequent sequels.-In the past 12 years I.A. Watson's Holmes tales have appeared in dozens of anthologies with various publishers much to the delight of his fans. He is well versed in the original Conan Doyle Canon and his stories are magnificently annotated. -In this new collection aptly called "The Incunabulum of Sherlock Holmes," I.A. Watson delivers six imaginative stories exploring the many facets of the Great Detective and his loyal companion. Each is a rare gem chronicled by a master storyteller. We advise you make yourself comfortable, brew some tea and get ready for a wonderful reading experience as only a Watson can provide. Yes, dear readers, once again, the game is afoot.-

TROUBLE TIMES THREE - Former SAS Captain, Hugh "Bulldog" Drummond and his teammates always seem to find themselves in hot water, no matter the place or situation. In this second volume of Airship 27 Productions brand new series, writer Ian Watson lets loose with three explosives action-packed tales. - From the hunt for a missing Nazis Gold Train to confronting a sadistic African warlord and surviving a category 5 hurricane on a small Caribbean island, Bulldog Drummond once again demonstrates why he is one of pulpdom's oldest and most exciting two-fisted action heroes.

The Legend of Robin Hood-In 2014, Airship 27 Productions published Robin Hood - King of Sherwood by I.A. Watson; the first in his trilogy reimagining the saga of fiction's greatest hero. The two sequels, Robin Hood - Arrow of Justice and Robin Hood - Freedom's Outlaw soon followed to the critical delight of fans everywhere. -A few years later, a fourth volume was released containing a collection of Watson's Robin Hood short stories titled, Robin Hood - Forbidden Legends.-Now, at along last, the entire four volumes are offered in this special Omnibus Edition containing all the previous published works. Also included is The Death of Robin Hood, the poignant conclusion to the saga never before in print.

SOME WARS NEVER ENDLondon 2018-Upon his discharge from the military, Captain Hugh "Bulldog" Drummond finds civilian life dull. Posting an ad in the London Times he explains his desire to find new adventures. Much to his surprise, he gets much more than he could have ever bargained for and soon finds himself battling an evil genius bent on destroying all of London. He finds this is a threat he can't possibly win alone and soon he has recruited his former S.A.S team, unique men with special skills that just might save the day.Airship 27 Productions is thrilled to launch the return one of pulpdom's most illustrious champions, Bulldog Drummond, in "On Poisoned Ground" by writer I.A. Watson. This is a brand new version of a classic hero, reinvented for our times and jam-packed with suspense, thrills and danger enough to fill a half dozen books. Once you open page one, you will not be able to put this book down.

If you want it moved by weird science from A to B, the Transdimensional Transport Company will shift time and space to hit your deadlines. And if you have a specific problem, say your bank vault got emptied overnight by thieves who walked through walls, or your princess was kidnapped to a dinosaur-filled subterranean world, or two ancient species are racing to see who gets to wipe out humanity first... well, we might have to charge you overtime. Terms and conditions need not apply.From the award-winning author of SIR MUMPHREY WILTON & THE LOST CITY OF MYSTERY and the ROBIN HOOD, BLACKTHORN, and BYZANTIUM series.

Richard Knight is a man who wears two faces. One, a rich playboy, travels in the circle of high society, the other an ace pilot and spy known only as Q. One man, two identities, and evil, natural and supernatural, in the world best look out for him as he once more flies into action in THE NEW ADVENTURES OF RICHARD KNIGHT VOLUME THREE Author I. A. Watson returns to Donald E. Keyhoe's classic flying secret agent in three brand new tales featuring Knight and a cast of characters, including his trusted aide Larry Doyle and the lovely Benita Navarre. From PULP OBSCURA and Pro Se Productions.

Terror in GaslightThey call themselves the Far Edge Club, a mysterious cabal of rich, sadistic hedonists who live only to create pain and fear in others. Just one man has ever bested their perverted schemes, the world renowned magician and escape artist, Harry Houdini. London becomes the stage for their final confrontation. The Club has recruited an army of killers in their maddened goal to destroy Houdini. But they are unaware he is not without his own allies. Joining the fray at the American's side is none other than the Great Detective of Baker Street, Sherlock Holmes, and his loyal companion, Dr. Watson. Together these exceptional heroes will battle an insidious evil and attempt to solve the mystery of the Ghost Mask of L'Inconnu.Writer I.A. Watson delivers an incredible adventure mystery that will keep readers up till the wee hours of the night. "Homes & Houdini" is New Pulp fiction at its finest.

They are the most daring, courageous, fool hardy crew ever assembled under one flag. Chief among them are Henri Delacrois, the French archer, Ralf Gunarson, the blonde Viking giant, the lovely but deadly female Samurai Tishimi Osara, Omar the cantankerous first mate and Haroun, the eagle-eyed youth who mans the towering crow's nest of the magnificent Blue Nymph. All pledged to follow their captain, the most famous seagoing adventurer of all time, Sinbad El Ari.Now they return in four brand new fantasy tales by Joe Bonadonna, Ralph L. Angelo, Jeff Fournier and I.A. Watson. Thrills and danger await on colorful exotic shores as the crew of the Blue Nymph search for the Golden Fleece, battle a Scorpion God and Sinbad alone must defeat an evil djin in a game of chess for the life of a beautiful princess. Here are epic tales worthy of this legendary hero, Sinbad the Sailor "Ray Harryhausen would have loved this " -Says Charles Saunders, author of the popular Imaro series.

Sherlock Holmes and Dr. WatsonVictorian England, a time of historic significance as the world was poised expectantly for the coming wonders and terrors of the new century. Amidst this atmosphere of anticipation and intrigue, one man emerged as a beacon of logic and cold, calculating reason in an unsettling time: Sherlock Holmes, Consulting Detective and his trusted friend and chronicler, Dr. John H. Watson.A famous soccer player is found dead in the clubhouse. An unidentified stowaway is murdered aboard a U.S. Navy warship while another man is found asphyxiated in an empty, locked room. These are several of the twisted puzzles challenging the Baker Street sleuth as he once again takes up the hunt on the fog-ridden streets of London accompanied by his faithful ally, Dr. Watson.Writers Aaron Smith, Andrew Salmon, Van Allen Plexico and Ian Watson have set forth exciting new mysteries done in the traditional style of the original Holmes stories as written by his creator, Sir Arthur Conan Doyle. There are no space aliens or howling werewolves here, simply good, old-fashioned whodunits. So arm yourself for danger and all manner of villainy as once agin, the game is afoot

THE GREAT DETECTIVE IS BACK FOR MORE Airship 27 Productions is once again thrilled to offer mystery fans this brand new anthology of mystery adventures. Once again, Holmes and Watson challenge the criminal forces that threaten Victorian England at every turn.A twisted scientist plots to alter the course of human evolution while another dreams of creating the world's first mechanical thinking machine. A body is found in a secured bank vault and modern day pirates have begun harassing Her Majesty's Royal Navy. Here are five new mysteries that will test the Great Detective's uncanny talents of observation and the courage of his loyal companion.Writers Bernadette Johnson, Joshua Reynolds, Ian Watson and Andrew Salmon have delivered another compilation of fast paced, old fashioned tales guaranteed to warm the blood of the most ardent Holmes enthusiast. Sit back, dim the lights, and prepare yourself for the chase. Once more, the game is afoot This new volume features a stunning cover by artist Ingrid Hardy and black and white interior illustrations by the book's designer, artist Rob Davis. Edited by Airship 27 Productions' Managing Editor, Ron Fortier. Sherlock Holmes - Consulting Detective Vol.Two is another quality addition to the company's list of action/adventure pulp titles.

Four New MysteriesAmidst the fog covered alleys and byways of London, murder and mayhem run rampant. With the dawning of a new century, Consulting Detective Sherlock Holmes and his able assistant, Dr. Watson represent the forces of truth and justice, ready to confront the villainy of these new modern horrors.Here is another quartet of unique, perplexing cases that will challenge this noble duo and test their fortitude and courage. Why would someone murder an old man a few months before his hundredth birthday? Why is Holmes' arch nemesis, Prof. Moriarty, hunting the city for the same sadistic killer Holmes is after? And, when the Great Detective is arrested and imprisoned for attempting to seduce the wife of a wealthy nobleman, Watson questions whether his friend has finally lost his mind.Within these pages, writers Chuck Miller, Aaron Smith, I.A. Watson and Andrew Salmon offer up four of the most thrilling and suspenseful adventures ever devised to confound Arthur Conan Doyle's most beloved heroes. It is time to load your revolver, hail a hansom cab and prepare for action, as once again, the game is afoot

SET SAIL FOR ADVENTUREThe greatest seafaring adventurer of all times returns to the high seas, Sinbad the Sailor Born of countless legends and myths, this fearless rogue sets sail across the seven seas aboard his ship, the Blue Nymph, accompanied by an international crew of colorful, larger-than-life characters. Chief among these are the irascible Omar, a veteran seamen and trusted first mate, the blond Viking giant, Ralf Gunarson, the sophisticated archer from Gaul, Henri Delacrois and the mysterious, lovely and deadly female samurai, Tishimi Osara. All of them banded together to follow their famous captain on perilous new voyages across the world's oceans.Writers Nancy Hansen, I.A. Watson and Derrick Ferguson offer up three classic Sinbad tales to rival those of legend while adding a familiar sensibility from the cult favorite Sinbad movies of FX master, Ray Harryhausen. SINBAD - The New Voyages will enthrall and entertain all lovers of fantasy adventure in a brand new way; featuring cover art by Bryan Fowler and twelve black and white illustrations by Ralf van der Hoeven. So pack up your you traveling bags, bid ado to your loved ones and get ready to sail with the tide as Sinbad El Ari takes the tiller and the Blue Nymph sets sails once more; its destination worlds of wonder, mystery and high adventure. AIRSHIP 27 PRODUCTIONS - Pulp Fiction For A New Generation