George P. Pelecanos
AmericanContemporary FictionCrimePolice Proceduralb. 1957
George P. Pelecanos (born 1957) is an American novelist, essayist and television writer/producer best known for gritty crime fiction set in and around Washington, D.C. He has written numerous novels and story collections, contributed scripts to HBO series including The Wire and Treme, and co-created shows with David Simon. His work often explores urban life, music, race and the consequences of violence.
Awards
['Los Angeles Times Book Prize (Hell to Pay, Soul Circus)', 'Dashiell Hammett/SHAMMET Prize (The Turnaround)', 'International crime fiction awards (e.g., Raymond Chandler Award, Grand Prix du Roman Noir)']
Notable Works
['Right as Rain', 'Hell to Pay', 'Soul Circus', 'The Night Gardener', 'The Turnaround', 'Hard Revolution', 'The Cut']
