Spence at the Blue Bazaar [Paperback]

Michael Allen (Author)

Product Details

• Paperback
• Publisher: Dell Publishing (July 1981)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0440183081
• ISBN-13: 978-0440183082
• Product Dimensions: 6.7 x 3.8 x 0.7 inches
• Shipping Weight: 4 ounces
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #3,357,773 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

Michael Allen was first paid for writing a newspaper article back in 1955. His first novel was published in 1963. Since then he has published numerous other novels (under various names), short stories, and non-fiction books; he has also had work produced on the stage, television and radio. In 1990 he was awarded the Bouchercon Prize for a stage play based on crime.

Many of Michael's earlier books are now out of print, but he is gradually reprinting them in digital form via Amazon/Kindle. Also coming soon: some dazzling new stories.

Michael Allen is particularly well known these days as the author of a number of books designed to provide help and advice for writers. These include:

The Truth about Writing
On the Survival of Rats in the Slush Pile
How to Write a Short Story that Works

From 2004-07, Michael wrote a daily blog, the Grumpy Old Bookman. This is still available online: it contains over one million words of essays, book reviews, and useful information for writers.

Here are some critical judgements on Michael's work from critics worldwide:

'Absolutely first class' The Bookseller
'The best police procedure novel I have read in years' The Spectator
'A true blue murder master' Time
'Solidly constructed' New York Times Book Review
'A pleasing narrative style' Daily Mail
'Beguiling entertainment' Kirkus Reviews
'Don't miss it' The Observer
'Difficult to put down' Kirkus Reviews

Take a look at Michael's output and see what appeals to you.

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