Robert Crais
- Born
- June 20, 1953, Independence, Louisiana, USA
- Nationality
- American
- Profession(s)
- Novelist, Screenwriter
Early Life and Education
- Raised in Louisiana and attended Louisiana State University.
- Majored in Mechanical Engineering but shifted focus to writing.
Career and Major Achievements
- Began his career as a television screenwriter in Hollywood.
- Worked on notable television series including "Hill Street Blues," "Cagney & Lacey," and "Miami Vice."
- Published his first novel, The Monkey's Raincoat, in 1987, introducing the character Elvis Cole.
- Achieved critical acclaim and commercial success with his Elvis Cole/Joe Pike series and stand-alone novels.
- Multiple New York Times bestsellers.
- Edgar Award winner for Stalking the Angel.
Notable Works
- Elvis Cole/Joe Pike Series:
- The Monkey's Raincoat (1987)
- Stalking the Angel (1989)
- L.A. Requiem (1999)
- The Forgotten Man (2005)
- The Promise (2015)
- Many more...
- Stand-Alone Novels:
- Demolition Angel (2000)
- Hostage (2001)
- Suspect (2013)
Legacy and Impact
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