Andrew Klavan facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Andrew Klavan
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| Born | July 13, 1954 New York City, U.S. |
| Pen name | Keith Peterson |
| Occupation | Writer, political commentator |
| Alma mater | University of California, Berkeley (BA) |
| Genre | Mystery, thriller and crime |
| Spouse |
Ellen Flanagan
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| Children | 2 |
| Relatives | Thomas Flanagan (father-in-law) Caitlin Flanagan (sister-in-law) |
Andrew Klavan (born July 13, 1954) is an American writer. He writes exciting mystery and thriller novels. He is also known for sharing his thoughts on politics. You might know him from his podcast, The Andrew Klavan Show.
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Early Life and Learning
Andrew Klavan was born in New York City. He grew up in Great Neck, Long Island. His father, Gene Klavan, was a radio DJ. His mother, Phyllis, was a homemaker. Andrew was one of four sons.
He went to the University of California, Berkeley. There, he earned a degree in English Literature. Before becoming a full-time writer, he worked as a reporter. He wrote for both radio and newspapers.
Writing Adventures
Andrew Klavan started his writing journey with crime stories. He sometimes used the pen name Keith Peterson. Under this name, he wrote a mystery series. It was about a newspaper reporter who solved crimes. He also wrote The Scarred Man, a suspense novel.
Using his own name, Klavan has written many crime novels. He also created The Homelanders series for young adults. His books have been read all over the world. He has won two Edgar Awards for his writing. These awards are given by the Mystery Writers of America. He has also been nominated for other awards.
Some of his books have been made into movies. True Crime became a movie in 1999. It starred Clint Eastwood. Don’t Say a Word was filmed in 2001. It featured Michael Douglas. He also wrote screenplays for other films. These include Shock to the System and One Missed Call.
Klavan has also made funny online videos. He created series like Klavan on the Culture. He also hosted The Revolting Truth. Today, he hosts a weekly podcast. It is called the Andrew Klavan Show.
In 2016, he wrote his first non-fiction book. It was called The Great Good Thing. This book shared his personal journey. It talked about how he found his faith.
His 36th novel, “When Christmas Comes”, was published in 2021. It is a thriller set in a peaceful town. The story includes themes of Christmas and tradition.
His Views on Politics
After college, Klavan started out with liberal political views. However, during the time of President Reagan, his views changed. He became a conservative. He has shared his thoughts on different political topics. He supports gun rights and freedom of speech.
Andrew Klavan's Books
Andrew Klavan has written many books. Here are some of his standalone novels:
- Face of the Earth (1977)
- Agnes Mallory (1985)
- Don't Say a Word (1991)
- True Crime (1995)
- The Uncanny (1998)
- Hunting Down Amanda (1999)
- When Christmas Comes (2021)
The Homelanders Series
This series is for young adults.
- The Homelanders: The Last Thing I Remember (2009)
- The Homelanders: The Long Way Home (2010)
- The Homelanders: The Truth of the Matter (2010)
- The Homelanders: The Final Hour (2011)
The Mindwar Trilogy
- Mindwar (2014)
- Hostage Run (2016)
- Game Over (2016)
The Another Kingdom Trilogy
- Another Kingdom (2019)
- The Nightmare Feast (2020)
- The Emperor's Sword (2021)
The Cameron Winter Series
- When Christmas Comes (2021)
- A Strange Habit Of Mind (2022)
- The House of Love and Death (2023)
- A Woman Underground (2024)
Movies Based on His Work
Several movies have been made from Andrew Klavan's books or screenplays.
| Year | Title | Notes |
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| 1987 | White of the Eye | Based on Mrs. White |
| 1990 | A Shock to the System | He wrote the screenplay |
| 1999 | True Crime | Based on his book True Crime |
| 2001 | Don't Say a Word | Based on his book Don't Say a Word |
| 2008 | One Missed Call | He wrote the screenplay |
| 2013 | N.Y.C. Underground | He wrote the screenplay |
| 2023 | Lady Ballers | He had a small role (cameo) |
Awards and Honors
Andrew Klavan has received several awards for his writing. His book Mrs. White won an Edgar Award in 1984. This award is for the best paperback original novel. In 1990, he won another Edgar Award for The Rain. He has also been nominated for other awards, like the Anthony Awards.
About His Life
In 1980, Andrew Klavan married Ellen Flanagan. They have two children. They live in Nashville, Tennessee.
When he was 49, Andrew Klavan became a Christian. He was privately baptized. He first attended the Episcopal Church. Later, he joined the Anglican Catholic Church.
