About The Famed Author: Loren D. Estleman
Loren D. Estleman, an eminent American author, is known for his compelling narratives in both crime and Western fiction. Embarking on the writing voyage at the age of 15 with his first short story, Estleman endured 150 rejections before claiming his spot in the literary world. Now, he’s considered a connoisseur of criminal histories and the American West.
His inspiration stems from the works of renowned authors such as Edgar Allan Poe, Ernest Hemingway, and Raymond Chandler. In 1980, he decided to turn his full attention to the craft, leaving behind his previous career to become a full-time author. Currently, he continues to fan the flames of his creativity for an average of six hours each day, crafting his stories on a vintage 1950 manual typewriter. His home is Michigan.
An Insight Into Estleman’s Unique Writing Style
Estleman’s writing style is as intriguing as his stories. His words resonate with an authenticity that breathes life into characters and settings alike. His originality extends beyond the captivating weave of his narrative and plunges deep into the stylistic elements set against the authentic backdrop of the country’s criminal past and the rugged American West.
Loren D. Estleman’s Books in Order
Estleman made his debut to the literary world in 1976 with the publication of his first novel, The Oklahoma Punk, which also goes by Red Highway. The following is a list of Loren D. Estleman’s books in order, arranged according to their original release dates:
Publication Order of Page Murdock, US Deputy Marshal Books
| The High Rocks | (1979) |    |
| Stamping Ground | (1980) | |
| Murdock’s Law | (1982) | |
| The Stranglers | (1985) | |
| City of Widows | (1994) | |
| White Desert | (2000) | |
| Port Hazard | (2004) | |
| The Book of Murdock | (2010) | |
| Cape Hell | (2016) | |
| Wild Justice | (2018) | |