Case Files: short crime fiction stories

Case Files: short crime fiction stories

The Case Files short crime fiction story podcast is perfect for busy lives. Each murder mystery story is less than an hour in length, so whether you're listening during your lunch break, visiting the gym or walking the dog, these twisted tales will keep you company. If you love audio drama or true crime podcasts, then the Case Files short crime fiction stories are just for you. Written by USA Today bestselling crime author Rachel Amphlett and brought to life by actors from around the world, the Case Files mysteries are available in eBook, print and audiobook from www.shortcrimestories.com and all major retailers – you can also borrow them for free from libraries. Subscribe here for weekly episodes. To receive episode updates and a FREE audiobook, visit www.shortcrimestories.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episodes

December 1, 2025 12 mins

Michael's looking forward to a quiet night after he finishes work – but then he's asked to bury a body…


Devil of a Favor forms part of the Case Files series of short crime fiction stories from USA Today bestselling author Rachel Amphlett.


The Case Files short crime fiction story podcast is perfect for busy lives.


Each murder mystery story is less than an hour in length, so whether you're listening during your lunch break, ...

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A police investigation into a road accident on a country road takes an unexpected turn for Inspector George McKlinnon.

The Protégé forms part of the Case Files series of short crime fiction stories from USA Today bestselling author Rachel Amphlett.


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November 17, 2025 36 mins

Two old friends meet for an interstate game of golf, but this time the stakes are higher than their usual ten dollar bet…


The Back Nine forms part of the Case Files series of short crime fiction stories from USA Today bestselling author Rachel Amphlett.


The Case Files short crime fiction story podcast is perfect for busy lives.


Each murder mystery story is less than an hour in length, so whether you're listening during you...

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November 10, 2025 9 mins

Lucy and Michael keep a regular lunch date, but their rendezvous hides a twisted secret that neither wants to share…


The Date forms part of the Case Files series of short crime fiction stories from USA Today bestselling author Rachel Amphlett


The Case Files short crime fiction story podcast is perfect for busy lives.


Each murder mystery story is less than an hour in length, so whether you're listening during your lunch bre...

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December 19, 2022 42 mins

Zoe Michaels is working the late shift in the Easy Stop Diner on Route 15. 


Vince, the owner is nowhere to be seen, and the fryers and griddle went cold over an hour ago.


But luckily for Zoe, it’s a Monday – and quiet.


Because something smells off tonight, and it isn’t Vince’s famous fried baloney sandwich…


All Night Long forms part of the Case Files series of short crime fiction stories from USA Today bestselling ...

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December 12, 2022 11 mins

After Ray Holden is told by his doctor that his stress levels are dangerously high, he decides to take drastic action…


The Moment Before forms part of the Case Files series of short crime fiction stories from USA Today bestselling author Rachel Amphlett.


The Case Files short crime fiction story podcast is perfect for busy lives.

Each murder mystery story is less than an hour in length, so whether you're listening during you...

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December 5, 2022 9 mins

A walk in the woods takes a dark turn for Ben…


A Grave Mistake forms part of the Case Files series of short crime fiction stories from USA Today bestselling author Rachel Amphlett.


The Case Files short crime fiction story podcast is perfect for busy lives.

Each murder mystery story is less than an hour in length, so whether you're listening during your lunch break, visiting the gym or walking the dog, these twisted tales wi...

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November 28, 2022 17 mins

When Michael arrives at work early one winter’s day, he discovers that he’s not the only one who’s had a busy morning…


A Dirty Business forms part of the Case Files series of short crime fiction stories from USA Today bestselling author Rachel Amphlett.


The Case Files short crime fiction story podcast is perfect for busy lives.

Each murder mystery story is less than an hour in length, so whether you're listening during your ...

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November 21, 2022 42 mins

Julie spends her days combing the Cornish coastline, looking for things to collect while hiding from her past. 


Then a storm breaks, and suddenly she’s scared. Because you never know what might wash up on the beach…


The Beachcomber forms part of the Case Files series of short crime fiction stories from USA Today bestselling author Rachel Amphlett.


The Case Files short crime fiction story podcast is perfect for busy l...

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November 14, 2022 11 mins

Alan O’Reilly has known Tony MacBride since he was a young boy. 


Now he’s helping to bury him…


The Last Days of Tony MacBride forms part of the Case Files series of short crime fiction stories from USA Today bestselling author Rachel Amphlett.


The Case Files short crime fiction story podcast is perfect for busy lives.

Each murder mystery story is less than an hour in length, so whether you're listening during your lu...

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October 31, 2022 23 mins

When Darren regains consciousness in a dank basement, escape turns out to be the least of his worries…


The Man Cave forms part of the Case Files series of short crime fiction stories from USA Today bestselling author Rachel Amphlett.


The Case Files short crime fiction story podcast is perfect for busy lives.

Each murder mystery story is less than an hour in length, so whether you're listening during your lunch break, visitin...

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October 24, 2022 54 mins

The newest arrival at a care home for the elderly carries an air of mystery that even a jaded ex-World War 2 resistance fighter can’t resist trying to solve.


Then matters take a sinister turn…


The Reckoning forms part of the Case Files series of short crime fiction stories from USA Today bestselling author Rachel Amphlett.

The Case Files short crime fiction story podcast is perfect for busy lives.

Each murder mystery story is...

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October 17, 2022 9 mins

Vanessa loves her job as a chiropractor – except sometimes her work takes an unexpected twist…

A Pain in the Neck forms part of the Case Files series of short crime fiction stories from USA Today bestselling author Rachel Amphlett.

The Case Files short crime fiction story podcast is perfect for busy lives.

Each murder mystery story is less than an hour in length, so whether you're listening during your lunch break, visiting the gym...

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October 10, 2022 20 mins

Larry has been the supervisor of an apartment block in Baltimore for as long as the tenants can remember. 


And he knows all their secrets…


The Last Super forms part of the Case Files series of short crime fiction stories from USA Today bestselling author Rachel Amphlett.


The Case Files short crime fiction story podcast is perfect for busy lives.


Each murder mystery story is less than an hour in length, so whether y...

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October 3, 2022 35 mins

When Amy boards her flight to Cairns, it’s not by choice.

Because it’s not just the turbulence that’s giving her cause for concern…

Something in the Air forms part of the Case Files series of short crime fiction stories from USA Today bestselling author Rachel Amphlett.


The Case Files short crime fiction story podcast is perfect for busy lives.

Each murder mystery story is less than an hour in length, so whether you're li...

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September 26, 2022 18 mins

All Jackson Dark wants to do is get home and surprise his wife with the special gift he’s bought her… 


Special Delivery forms part of the Case Files series of short crime fiction stories from USA Today bestselling author Rachel Amphlett.

 

The Case Files short crime fiction story podcast is perfect for busy lives.


Each murder mystery story is less than an hour in length, so whether you're listening during your lunch b...

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September 5, 2022 1 min

The Case Files short crime fiction story podcast is perfect for busy lives.

Each murder mystery story is less than an hour in length, so whether you're listening during your lunch break, visiting the gym or walking the dog, these twisted tales will keep you company.

If you love audio drama or true crime podcasts, then the Case Files short crime fiction stories are just for you.

Written by USA Today bestselling crime author Rac...

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