About
A prolific American writer of fiction and non-fiction, he is known for such works as The Hunter, The Grifters, and The Stepfather. He published more than 100 works in total.
Before Fame
He was born in New York. During his early adulthood years, he briefly worked for a literary agency.
Trivia
He published under several different pseudonyms.
Family Life
He was married three times. He wed his third wife, Abigail Westlake, in 1990.
Associated With
His novel, The Hot Lake, was made into a film starring Robert Redford.
