 Athena Gassoumis | Lawrence BlockIncludes the names: Blok Lorens, Andrew Shaw, Sheldon Lord, Jill Emerson, Lesley Evans, Sheldon Lord, Chip Harrison, Lawrence Bloc, Larence Block, Paul Kavanagh ... (see complete list), Lawrence Blcok, Laurence Block, Lawernce Block, Paul Kavanaugh, Lawrence Block, Lawrence Block, lawrence black, Ben Christopher, Block Lawerence, Lawerence Block, Blocck. Lawrence, Lawrence Block ed, Lawrence Ed. Block, ed. Lawrence Block;, Lawrence Block et al, as John Warren Wells, editor Lawrence Block, Лорънс Блок, Lawrence Block SIGNED, Lawrence collect Block, Lawrence Edited by Block, M.D./Lawrence Block Benjamin Morse, John Warren Wells (Lawrence Block), Sheldon Lord (pseud. Lawrence Block), Lawrence [Dust Wrapper design by Emanuel Schongut | 31,882 (46,511) | 1,540 | 516 |  (3.75) | 91 | 0 | Lawrence Block is the author of the popular series' featuring Bernie Rhodenbarr, Matthew Scudder, and Chip Harrison. Over 2 million copies of Lawrence Block's books are in print. He has published articles and short fiction in American Heritage, Redbook, Playboy, GQ, and The New York Times, and has published several collections of short fiction in book form, most recently Collected Mystery Stories. Block is a Grand Master of Mystery Writers of America. He has won the Edgar and Shamus awards four times, the Japanese Maltese Falcon award twice, as well as the Nero Wolfe award. In France, he was proclaimed a Grand Maitre du Roman Noir and has been awarded the Societe 813 trophy twice. Block was presented with the key to the city of Muncie, Indiana, and is a past president of the Private Eye Writers of America and the Mystery Writers of America. (Bowker Author Biography) Lawrence Block is the author of the popular series featuring Bernie Rhodenbarr, Matthew Scudder, and Chip Harrison. Over 2 million copies of Lawrence Block's books are in print. Lawrence Block has won the Edgar Award three times, the Shamus Award four times, the Maltese Falcon Award twice, and was named Grandmaster by the Mystery Writers of America. (Publisher Provided) — biography from Burglars Can't Be Choosers … (more) |
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Lawrence Block has 7 past events. (show) 7% Solution Book Club - THE SACRED GIN MILL CLOSES MON, DECEMBER 1 at 7PM Come join Molly and Tommy the first Monday of every month at at 7PM as they explore the worlds of fiction's greatest mysteries. But you must hurry - the game is already afoot. This month's title is The Sacred Gin Mill Closes by Lawrence Block. Location: Street: 603 N Lamar Blvd City: Austin, Province: Texas Postal Code: 78703-5413 Country: United States (added from IndieBound)… (more) History of Mystery - discussing When The Sacred Ginmill Closes Join the History of Mystery Class when we meet to take a look at those authors, issues and novels that have shaped the course of crime fiction over the years. This time, we'll be discussing When the Sacred Ginmill Closes by Lawrence Block. Location: Street: 603 N Lamar Blvd City: Austin, Province: Texas Postal Code: 78703-5413 Country: United States (added from IndieBound)… (more) Northshire Mystery and Thriller Reading Group The Northshire Mystery and Thriller Reading Group will meet in the bookstore conference room at on Thursday May 16th at 2pm for a discussion of two titles: Killing Castro by Lawrence Block and American Tabloid by James Ellroy. If you are a member of this reading group, please stop by the bookstore to pick up your reserved copies of these titles (and receive a 20% discount) Please email Sarah Knight at sknight@northshire.com to inquire or join this group!
Location: Street: Northshire Bookstore Conference Room Additional: 4869 Main Street City: Manchester Center, Province: Vermont Postal Code: 05255 Country: United States (added from IndieBound)… (more) Akashic Books presents Five Borough Noir Wednesday, November 7, 7:30 PM Akashic Books presents Five Borough Noir Tim McLoughlin, editor of Brooklyn Noir S.J. Rozan, editor of Bronx noir Jim Fusilli, contributor to Manhattan Noir Robert Knightly, editor of Queens noir Patricia Smith, editor of Staten Island Noir Reception to follow In 2004, Brooklyn independent press Akashic Books published a new anthology, Brooklyn Noir, comprised of all-new stories set in the borough. The book was a stunning success, and spawned a groundbreaking series of Noir books set in cities and regions around the globe. Tonight, Akashic brings it back to where it all started, with readings from five Noir books set in the boroughs of New York City, by the editors and contributors. It’s a battle of the boroughs, Akashic style, with complimentary beer to wash down the inky-black noir fiction! Featured books and other Noir titles will be on offer. Location: Street: 686 Fulton Street City: Brooklyn, Province: New York Postal Code: 11217 Country: United States (added from IndieBound)… (more)Lawrence Block - EVENT CANCELLED Lawrence Block EVENT CANCELLED On doctor’s orders, Lawrence Block has been forced to cancel his travel plans for August. He’s grounded. Nothing critical, he assures us, but no jet travel either. No trip to Seattle. No signing with us. We’re working on alternate ideas to get his most recent books signed and will let you know of the possibilities when we know what will work. Just this morning, Monday, Aug 6th, the Seattle Times mentioned his event with us in the “Lit Life” colunmn. Mr. Block cancelled on Saturday and there wasn’t time to notify the media before this morning’s publication. We’re sorry for any confusion. (SeaMystery)… (more) Lawrence Block, Robert Silverberg Lawrence Block promotes A Drop of the Hard Stuff.; Robert Silverberg promotes Times three. Acclaimed mystery writer Lawrence Block will appear with Science Fiction luminary Robert Silverberg on Tuesday, May 17th at 7:00 pm. Lawrence Block will be promoting his new mystery, “A Drop of the Hard Stuff” in which he brings his greatest character, Matthew Scudder, back into action in his most personal case. Exploring themes of loss, nostalgia and redemption, for Lawrence Block, “A Drop of the Hard Stuff” circles back to how it all began, reestablishing why the Matthew Scudder series is widely regarded as one of the pinnacles of the American detective fiction. Robert Silverberg will be promoting his latest piece of science fiction, in “Times Three.” Science Fiction Grand Master Silverberg present a trio of ingenious variations on one of science fiction’s most durable themes, time travel. The result is a remarkable display of ingenuity, erudition and sheer narrative power. There will be a wine & cheese reception beginning at 6:60 pm, plus book-selling and signing will follow the author’s presentation. (MuranoBlue)… (more)
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