AZ Murder Goes...Classic [Paperback]

Laurie R King (Author), Michael Connelly (Author), Justin Scott (Author), Val McDermid (Author), Catherine Aird pse (Author), Barbara Peters (Editor), Susan Malling (Editor), Dulcy Brainard (Introduction), Barbara G. Peters (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: July 19, 1998 | Series: AZ Murder Goes...

Compliation of papers presented at a conference in Scottsdale called "AZ Murder Goes..."

Editorial Reviews

From the Back Cover

"If you ever wanted to know more about the life and work of your favorite classic mystery author, here is the book for you... it provides a wealth of solid information and anecdotes... the papers all make unwaveringly entertaining, informative reading-- a must for classic mystery lovers of all stripes." --The Drood Review of Mystery

"...if you are interested in reading more about Raymond Chandler as {Michael} Connelly sees him, I would strongly recommend you pick up a copy of "AZ Murder Goes... Classic"." --Mystery News

"The absolute best book for teaching my crime fiction class or stimulating discussion groups." --Barbara Peters, President of The Poisened Pen

About the Author

Laurie R. King is the "New York Times" bestselling author of eight Mary Russell mysteries, four contemporary novels featuring Kate Martinelli, and the bestselling novels A Darker Place, Folly, and Keeping Watch. She lives in northern California.

"From the Hardcover edition."

MICHAEL CONNELLY is a former journalist and the author of over a dozen bestselling books, including the Harry Bosch novels and Blood Work, which was a major motion picture. He has won numerous awards for his journalism, as well as an Edgar Award, a Nero Wolfe prize, a Macavity Award, and an Anthony Award for his books. Michael Connelly lives in Florida.

Product Details

• Paperback: 288 pages
• Publisher: Poisoned Pen Press; Revised edition (July 19, 1998)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1890208086
• ISBN-13: 978-1890208080
• Product Dimensions: 9 x 6 x 0.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,371,600 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

Justin Scott has written twenty-four thrillers, historicals, and mystery novels, including The Shipkiller and Normandie Triangle. With many books set at sea, he has been called "the Dick Francis of yachting."

He created the Ben Abbott detective series (HardScape, StoneDust, FrostLine, McMansion and Mausoleum), and was twice nominated for the Edgar Allan Poe Award by the Mystery Writers of America.

His main pen name is Paul Garrison under which he has written five modern sea thrillers including Red Sky At Morning, Sea Hunter, and The Ripple Effect.

The Wrecker, a collaboration with Clive Cussler is being published Fall of 2009. He lives in Connecticut with his wife, filmmaker Amber Edwards.