Ed McBain

Ed McBain was an American crime fiction author, best known for his 87 Eddie Malone novels. Born in 1926, McBain grew up in New York City and began writing at a young age. He served in the US Army during the Korean War and later worked as a journalist before turning to full-time writing. McBain's novels often explored the darker side of human nature, and he was praised for his gritty, realistic style. He passed away in 2005.