Evan Hunter (1926-2005) was perhaps best known for his hugely successful 87th Precinct series, penned under the pseudonym Ed McBain. A recipient of the Mystery Writers of America's coveted Grand Master Award, he was also the first American to receive the Diamond Dagger, the British Crime Writers Association's highest award. Hunter wrote the screenplay for Alfred Hitchcock's The Birds. Evan Hunter's novels have sold over one hundred million copies.
