April, the month of rebirth and new beginnings, is the birthday month of many popular mystery authors.
Among the many writers born in April are:
Tom Clancy -- April 12 -- Clancy is the author of over three dozen novels, mostly Cold War thrillers, among the best known of which are Patriot Games and The Hunt for Red October. He is married to fellow writer, Alexandra Marie Llewellyn.
Scott Turow -- April 12 -- Best known for his 1985 novel Presumed Innocent, ranked one of the best mystery novels of all time by the Mystery Guild of America, Turow is the author of eight novels and two non-fiction works and has sold over 25 million works. His most recent work is the 2006 courtroom drama, Limitations. In addition to writing, Turow is a practicing lawyer. He lives outside of Chicago.
Janet Evanovich -- April 22 -- Bestselling mystery writer, Janet Evanovich is the author of 15 mystery novels, featuring private detective Stepanie Plum, as well as two NASCAR mysteries, featuring Alexandra Barnaby. She divides her time between New Hampshire and Florida. Her latest novel, Plum Lucky, was published in January of 2008.
Dame Edith Ngaio Marsh -- April 23 -- One of the great classic 20th century British mystery writers, Ngaio Marsh penned 32 mystery novels, all featuring detective Roderick Alleyn. Born and educated in New Zealand, Dame Marsh divided her time between her native country and England. She died in 1982.
Sue Grafton -- April 24 -- Grafton is the contemporary American author of 19 mystery novels, featuring private detective Kinsey Milhone. She is married with grown children and many grandchildren (including one named Kinsey). She and her husband divide their time between Santa Barbara and Louisville. Her latest novel in the series, T is for Trespass, was released in December of 2007.
Happy Birthday to all!
