Dean Koontz

Author:
Dean Koontz

Date of birth: 9th July 1945
Place of birth: Everett, Pennsylvania USA

About the author:
Dean Koontz (born July 9, 1945) is an American author celebrated for his extensive body of work in suspense, horror, and supernatural thrillers. Known for blending elements of mystery, science fiction, and psychological drama, Koontz has sold over 450 million copies of his books worldwide.

Born in Everett, Pennsylvania, Koontz showed an early interest in writing and literature. He earned a degree in English literature from Shippensburg University and initially worked as a high school teacher and freelance writer. His early novels, written in the 1960s and 1970s, explored a range of genres, but it was his ability to create fast-paced, gripping stories with memorable characters that earned him widespread popularity.

Koontz’s breakthrough came with novels such as Phantoms (1983), Watchers (1987), and Intensity (1995), which combined horror with emotional depth and often featured themes of good versus evil, human resilience, and the fight for justice. His books are characterised by suspenseful plots, supernatural elements, and a strong moral core.

Over his career, Koontz has written more than 100 novels, many of which have become bestsellers and have been translated into numerous languages. Some of his works have been adapted into films and television series.

Known for his disciplined writing habits and connection with readers, Koontz maintains an active online presence and continues to publish new novels regularly. His influence on modern thriller and horror fiction is significant, with many praising his ability to blend thrilling storytelling with deeper philosophical questions.

Books that we've read by Dean Koontz (27):
Demon Seed (1973), Icebound (1976), The Voice of the Night (1980), Phantoms (1983), Darkness Comes (1984), Watchers (1987), Dragon Tears (1993), Mr. Murder (1993), Tick Tock (1996), False Memory (1999), The Face (2003), Odd Thomas (Odd Thomas, #1) (2003), The Taking (2004), Forever Odd (Odd Thomas, #2) (2005), Velocity (2005), Life Expectancy (2005), Brother Odd (Odd Thomas, #3) (2006), The Husband (2006), Odd Hours (Odd Thomas, #4) (2008), Breathless (2009), Relentless (2009), The Silent Corner (Jane Hawk, #1) (2017), The Whispering Room (Jane Hawk, #2) (2017), The Crooked Staircase (Jane Hawk, #3) (2018), The Forbidden Door (Jane Hawk, #4) (2018), The Night Window (Jane Hawk #5) (2019), The Other Emily (2021).