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James Sallis
AuthorBooks · Second hand1944-2026
James Chapelle Sallis was an American crime writer, poet, science fiction writer, and biographer who wrote a series of novels featuring the detective character Lew Griffin set in New Orleans, and the 2005 novel Drive, which was adapted into a 2011 film of the same name.
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About James Sallis
Birth
1944
Death
2026
James Chapelle Sallis was an American crime writer, poet, science fiction writer, and biographer who wrote a series of novels featuring the detective character Lew Griffin set in New Orleans, and the 2005 novel Drive, which was adapted into a 2011 film of the same name.
James Sallis was a multifaceted author who excelled as a novelist, poet, musician, and translator.
His most recognized work, Drive, achieved global fame after being adapted into a 2011 film.
He created the iconic series of novels featuring the detective Lew Griffin in New Orleans.
Throughout his prolific career, he published a total of 50 literary works.
His writing explored diverse genres, ranging from crime and mystery to science fiction.
