Julian Symons

Julian Symons

Julian Symons was born in London, England on May 30th, 1912 and passed away at the age of 82 on November 23rd, 1994.

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Julian Symons Stats: The highest rated book by Julian Symons on Book Notification is Death's Darkest Face, a Standalone novel.

The most read book by Julian Symons on Book Notification is Death's Darkest Face, a Standalone novel. The second most read book is The Man Who Killed Himself (Joan Kahn-Harper #1).

Below is a complete list of Julian Symons books in publication and chronological order, broken down by series.

List of Francis Quarles Books in Publication Order

List of Inspector Bland Books in Publication Order

List of Inspector Crambo Books in Publication Order

List of Joan Kahn-Harper Books in Publication Order

List of Sheridan Haynes Books in Publication Order

List of Standalone Novels in Publication Order

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List of Non-Fiction in Publication Order

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List of Short Stories/Novellas in Publication Order

List of Short Story Collections in Publication Order

List of Julian Symons Poems in Publication Order

List of British Library Crime Classics Books in Publication Order

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The Notting Hill Mystery (By: Charles Warren Adams)
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Murder of a Lady (By: Anthony Wynne)
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Portrait of a Murderer (By: Anne Meredith)
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Death in Fancy Dress (By: Anthony Gilbert)
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Family Matters (By: Anthony Rolls)
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Scarweather (By: Anthony Rolls)
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Death of an Airman (By: Christopher St. John Sprigg)
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The Traitor (By: Sydney Horler)
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Excellent Intentions (By: Richard Hull)
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Murder in the Museum (By: John Rowland)
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The Arsenal Stadium Mystery (By: Leonard R. Gribble)
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Verdict of Twelve (By: Raymond Postgate)
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A Scream in Soho (By: John G. Brandon)
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Somebody at the Door (By: Raymond Postgate)
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Murder's a Swine (By: Nap Lombard)
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Trouble on the Thames (By: Victor Bridges)
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The Christmas Egg (By: Mary Kelly)
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The Spoilt Kill (By: Mary Kelly)
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Due to a Death (By: Mary Kelly)
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The Last Best Friend (By: George Sims)
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The End of the Web (By: George Sims)
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List of Murderous Christmas Stories Books in Publication Order

A collection of holiday-themed mystery tales involving crimes and detective work.

List of Julian Symons Anthologies in Publication Order

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Julian Symons

Julian Symons (Gustave Julian Symons) was born on May 30th, 1912. Julian passed away November 23rd, 1994 at 82 years old. Julian Symons was born in London, England.

Julian Symons is probably best known for his Non-Fiction Books. They currently have 67 Non-Fiction books available. The first was released in 1940 with the book A London Letter. The most recently released was Conan Doyle: Portrait of an Artist which was released in 1989.

Julian Symons: Awards & Accolades

Julian Symons has won multiple awards including: The Edgar Award, Grand Master, in 1982 and the Crime Writer's Association Award, Diamond Dagger Award, in 1990.

Symons' books have also won multiple awards, The Colour Of Murder won the Crime Writer's Association Award, Crossed Red Herrings Award, in 1957. The Progress of a Crime won the Edgar Award, Best Mystery Novel, in 1961. The 31st Of February won the Swedish Crime Writer’s Academy Awards, The Martin Beck Award, in 1971. Bloody Murder won the Edgar Award, Special Edgars Award, in 1973.

The following novels by Julian Symons were also nominated for these awards:

  • The Progress of a Crime: Crime Writer's Association Award, Gold Dagger Award (1960).
  • The End of Solomon Grundy: Crime Writer's Association Award, Gold Dagger Award (1964).
  • The Belting Inheritance: Crime Writer's Association Award, Gold Dagger Award (1965).
  • The Man Who Killed Himself: Crime Writer's Association Award, Gold Dagger Award (1967).
  • The Man Whose Dreams Came True: Crime Writer's Association Award, Gold Dagger Award (1968).
  • The Players and The Game: Crime Writer's Association Award, Gold Dagger Award (1972).
  • The Blackheath Poisonings: Crime Writer's Association Award, Gold Dagger Award (1978).
  • Sweet Adelaide: Crime Writer's Association Award, Gold Dagger Award (1980).
  • The Criminal Comedy of the Contented Couple / A Criminal Comedy: Crime Writer's Association Award, Gold Dagger Award (1985).

Julian Symons: TV/Movies Based on Books

Julian’s novel The Blackheath Poisonings was turned into a T.V. series, one series with three episodes, of the same name. Starring Zoë Wanamaker, Patrick Malahide and Christien Anholt. It aired from Dec 7th to the 9th 1992.

Julian’s novel The Narrowing Circle was turned into a film in 1956 of the same name and was directed by Charles Saunders and starring Paul Carpenter, Hazel Court and Russell Napier.
His novel The Man Who Killed Himself was made into a film called Arthur? Arthur! in 1969 was directed by Samuel Gallu and starring Shelley Winters, Donald Pleasence and Terry-Thomas.

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  1. Tess Gerritsen, author of the Rizzoli & Isles Series.
  2. H.G. Wells, author of the novel: The Time Machine.
  3. Jacqueline Winspear, author of the Maisie Dobbs Series.
  4. Ian Rankin, author of the Inspector Rebus Series.
  5. Anne Perry, author of the Charlotte & Thomas Pitt Series.

Julian Symons: F.A.Q

When was Julian Symons Born?

Julian Symons was born on May 30th, 1912.

When did Julian Symons die?

Julian Symons died on November 23rd, 1994 at 82 years old.

Where was Julian Symons Born?

Julian Symons was born in London, England.

What awards has Julian Symons won?

Julian Symons has won the following awards: Grand Master at the Edgar Award (1982) and the Diamond Dagger Award at the Crime Writer's Association Award (1990).

What book awards has Julian Symons won?

The Colour Of Murder: Crime Writer's Association Award Crossed Red Herrings Award (1957).
The Progress of a Crime: Edgar Award Best Mystery Novel (1961).
The 31st Of February: Swedish Crime Writer’s Academy Awards The Martin Beck Award (1971).
Bloody Murder: Edgar Award Special Edgars Award (1973).

What was the first book Julian Symons wrote?

The first book written by Julian Symons was Poem , published in 1938.

What was the most recent book Julian Symons wrote?

His most recently released work was Murder on Christmas Eve on January 1st, 2017.

How many books has Julian Symons written?

Julian Symons has written 141 books across 12 series, excluding contributions to anthologies.
  • 3 books in the Francis Quarles Series
  • 3 books in the Inspector Bland Series
  • 2 books in the Inspector Crambo Series
  • 8 books in the Joan Kahn-Harper Series
  • 2 books in the Sheridan Haynes Series
  • 31 Standalone Novels
  • 67 Non-Fiction
  • 10 Short Stories/Novellas
  • 3 Short Story Collections
  • 12 Julian Symons Poems
  • 3 books in the British Library Crime Classics Series
  • 1 book in the Murderous Christmas Stories Series

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