Score free historical mystery books on Stuff Your Kindle Day

GET FREE HISTORICAL MYSTERY E-BOOKS: As of Oct. 24, you can download cozy historical mystery reads like The Catalogued Corpse, Lady Rample Steps Out, and the Tommy & Evelyn Christie Mysteries Box Set for free on Stuff Your Kindle Day.

If your bookshelf (or, let’s be real, your Kindle library) could use a few more whodunits, today is your lucky day. Stuff Your Kindle Day is here, bringing a stash of free e-books that’ll have you playing period detective without spending a dime.

Whether you’re into jazz-era London sleuths or cozy countryside mysteries, there’s something for every amateur detective. And if your trusty Kindle needs an upgrade, there’s never been a better time to make the switch.

Here are a few standout titles to download before the clock runs out:

• The Catalogued Corpse by D.S. Lang: The first in the Doro Banyon series, this mystery is set in a small college town where librarian Doro discovers her rival’s body. What looks like an accident might be something much more sinister. It’s got intrigue, 1920s academia vibes, and a determined amateur sleuth — perfect for curling up with on a rainy evening.

• Lady Rample Steps Out by Shéa MacLeod: Lady Rample is bored of high society — until a night at a London jazz club pulls her into a murder investigation. With her eccentric Aunt Butty by her side, Lady Rample becomes the poshest detective in town. Think of it as Agatha Christie meets The Great Gatsby.

• Tommy & Evelyn Christie Mysteries Box Set by Catherine Coles: For those who like their mysteries with a side of English countryside charm, this box set includes three novels packed with manor house murders and amateur sleuthing. Evelyn Christie, a former police officer, navigates the secrets of the upper crust alongside her husband, Tommy.

Who can take part in Stuff Your Kindle Day?

The best part? You don’t need a Kindle to join in on the fun. Anyone with an iPad, Kobo, Nook, or even a smartphone can enjoy free discounted books during Stuff Your Kindle Day. The Kindle app, which works on most smartphones and tablets, makes it easy to dive into e-books without needing a dedicated e-reader.

But if you’ve been thinking about getting an e-reader, now’s a perfect time to treat yourself. Amazon’s latest Kindle line-up just dropped, featuring their first-ever color Kindle — perfect for a more vibrant reading experience.

Shop free historical mystery

• Murder in Venice — $0 $2.99

• Murder on Boston Common — $0 $4.99

• Murder at Mayfield Manor — $0 $4.99

• The Mystery of the Christmas Bauble — $0 $1.99