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Stanley Ellin
Stanley Ellin (1916–1986) was an American mystery writer known primarily for his short stories. After working a series of odd jobs including dairy farmer, salesman, steel worker, a...view moreStanley Ellin (1916–1986) was an American mystery writer known primarily for his short stories. After working a series of odd jobs including dairy farmer, salesman, steel worker, and teacher, and serving in the US Army, Ellin began writing full time in 1946. Two years later, his story “The Specialty of the House” won the Ellery Queen Award for Best First Story. He went on to win three Edgar Awards—two for short stories and one for his novel The Eighth Circle. In 1981, Ellin was honored with the Mystery Writers of America’s Grand Master Award. He died of a heart attack in Brooklyn in 1986. view less
Books by Stanley Ellin
Star Light, Star Bright The Eighth Circle Rating: 3 out of 5 stars3/5Very Old Money Rating: 4 out of 5 stars4/5The Specialty of the House Rating: 3 out of 5 stars3/5The Key to Nicholas Street Rating: 4 out of 5 stars4/5The Valentine Estate Rating: 4 out of 5 stars4/5The Dark Fantastic Rating: 0 out of 5 stars0 ratingsDreadful Summit Rating: 4 out of 5 stars4/5The Bind Rating: 4 out of 5 stars4/5House of Cards Rating: 4 out of 5 stars4/5Stronghold Rating: 4 out of 5 stars4/5