Room 308

by Annie Reed

Magic comes with a price. Misuse it at your peril.

Claire’s been an entertainer all her life, and everywhere she’s traveled, a battered black suitcase went with her. When she performed as a stage magician/comedian, the suitcase held her props, each one infused with enough magic to make her slight of hand spectacular.

These days the suitcase contains something far more deadly.

Something dying to get out.

Twenty-five years ago, Claire made a promise in room 308. This Christmas Eve, she’ll return to room 308, unlatch the suitcase, and keep her promise.

Because what happens at the Crossroads Hotel doesn’t always stay at the Crossroads Hotel. When it does, it stays forever.

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About the Author

Annie Reed is one of the founding members of the Uncollected Anthology. She’s been called “one of the best writers of her generation” and for good reason. An award-winner in multiple genres, her stories have appeared in five year’s best mystery and crime volumes, including an amazing three years in a row in the prestigious Best Mystery Stories of the Year from series editor Otto Penzler. In addition to contributing to nearly every issue of the Uncollected Anthology since its inception, this prolific author is also a frequent contributor to Pulphouse Fiction Magazine, Mystery, Crime & Mayhem, and Thrill Ride Magazine. Annie and fellow UA member Robert Jeschonek are also the co-authors of the popular Gray Lady series of space opera novels. Find out more about her at anniereed.wordpress.com. Sign up for her newsletter at https://anniereed.wordpress.com/newsletter/