Loren D. Estleman

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February 3rd, 2026: Man One (Amos Walker, #33)

Smoke on the Water (Amos Walker, #32) was the most recently released book by Loren D. Estleman, on February 11th, 2025.

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Loren D. Estleman Stats: The highest rated book by Loren D. Estleman on Book Notification is Paperback Jack, a Standalone novel. The second-highest rated book is Cut-Throat Dogs (Amos Walker #29).

The most read book by Loren D. Estleman on Book Notification is You Know Who Killed Me, the 24th novel in the Amos Walker series. The second most read book is Brazen (Valentino #5).

Below is a complete list of Loren D. Estleman books in publication and chronological order, broken down by series. The most popular series by Loren D. Estleman is the Amos Walker Series.

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List of The Further Adventures Of Sherlock Holmes Books in Publication Order

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List of Bibliomysteries Books in Publication Order

A collection of short stories and novellas centered around the theme of books. Each story combines elements of mystery, crime, and suspense with a focus on books, libraries, bookstores, or the world of literature, involving various authors contributing to this intriguing and literary-focused series.

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List of Bibliomysteries Books in Chronological Order

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List of Akashic Noir Books in Publication Order

Features dark crime stories set in different cities or regions, each written by local authors who capture the gritty vibe of their location.

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List of Mysterious Profiles Books in Publication Order

The Mysterious Profiles series offers brief biographies of iconic mystery writers, providing insights into their lives, works, and the creation of their most famous characters.

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List of Painted Turtle Books in Publication Order

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Techno Rebels (By: Dan Sicko)
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MC5 Sonically Speaking (By: Brett Callwood)
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Reimagining Detroit (By: John Gallagher)
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The Stooges Head On (By: Alice Cooper, Brett Callwood)
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Revolution Detroit (By: John Gallagher)
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The Art of Memory (By: Thomas R. Dilley)
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Great Lakes Island Escapes (By: Maureen Dunphy)
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The Detroit Symphony Orchestra (By: Laurie Lanzen Harris, Paul Ganson)
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Saving Arcadia (By: Heather Shumaker, Jordan Wannemacher)
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Greetings from Detroit (By: Dan Austin)
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Brewed in Michigan (By: William Rapai)
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Building the Modern World (By: Michael H. Hodges)
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The Faygo Book (By: Joe Grimm)
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The Queen Next Door (By: Linda Solomon)
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Northern Harvest (By: Emita Brady Hill)
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List of Loren D. Estleman Anthologies in Publication Order

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Loren D. Estleman

Loren D. Estleman was born on September 15th, 1952 and is currently 73 years old. Loren D. Estleman was born in Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA.

Loren D. Estleman is the author of the Amos Walker series which currently consists of 33 novels. The Amos Walker series started in 1980 with the novel Motor City Blue. The most recently released novel in the Amos Walker series was Smoke on the Water which was released in 2025. There is an upcoming novel for the Amos Walker series entitled Man One which is being released on February 3rd, 2026.

Loren Estleman tied for first for the 2006 Spur Award in the Western Novel category, the winner was Johnny Boggs.

Loren D. Estleman: Awards & Accolades

Loren D. Estleman won the Owen Wister Award, Saddleman Award, in 2012.

Many of Loren D. Estleman's books have won awards, including:

  • Aces and Eights won the Spur Awards, Best Western Historical Novel, in 1981.
  • Sugartown won the Shamus Award, Best P.I. Novel, in 1985.
  • Eight Mile and Dequindre won the Shamus Award, Best P.I. Short Story, in 1986.
  • The Bandit won the Spur Awards, Best Western Short Fiction, in 1986.
  • The Crooked Way won the Shamus Award, Best P.I. Short Story, in 1989.
  • The Alchemist won the Spur Awards, Best Western Short Fiction, in 1996.
  • Journey of the Dead won the Spur Awards, Western Novel, in 1999.
  • Lady on Ice won the Shamus Award, Best P.I. Short Story, in 2004.
  • The Undertaker's Wife won the Spur Awards, Western Novel, in 2006.

The following novels by Loren D. Estleman were also nominated for these awards:

  • The High Rocks: National Book Awards, Best Western (1980).
  • Dead Soldier: Shamus Award, Best P.I. Short Story (1983).
  • Greektown: Shamus Award, Best P.I. Short Story (1984).
  • The Glass Highway: Shamus Award, Best P.I. Novel (1984).
  • Eight Mile and Dequindre: Anthony Award, Best Short Story (1986).
  • I’m in the Book: Shamus Award, Best P.I. Short Story (1987).
  • Bodyguards Shoot Second: Shamus Award, Best P.I. Short Story (1988).
  • Lady Yesterday: Shamus Award, Best P.I. Novel (1988).
  • Silent Thunder: Crime Writer's Association Award, Gold Dagger Award (1989).
  • Whiskey River: Edgar Award, Best Mystery Novel (1991).
  • Cigarette Stop: Shamus Award, Best P.I. Short Story (1991).
  • The Man Who Loved Noir: Shamus Award, Best P.I. Short Story (1992).
  • Safe House: Shamus Award, Best P.I. Short Story (1993).
  • Slipstream: Shamus Award, Best P.I. Short Story (1995).
  • A Smile on the Face of the Tiger: Shamus Award, Best P.I. Novel (2001).
  • Square One: Shamus Award, Best P.I. Short Story (2007).
  • Trust Me: Shamus Award, Best P.I. Short Story (2008).
  • Kill the Cat: Shamus Award, Best P.I. Short Story (2008).
  • Roy & Lillie: A Love Story: Spur Awards, Best Western Short Novel (2011).
  • In Pursuit of Spenser: Edgar Award, Best Critical/Biographical Work (2013). Anthony Award, Best Non-Fiction Book (2013). Macavity Award, Best Mystery Critical/Biographical (2013).
  • Burning Midnight: Nero Award, Best Mystery Novel (2013).
  • Sob Sister: Macavity Award, Best Short Story (2016).
  • The Long High Noon: Spur Awards, Best Western Traditional Novel (2016).
  • The Lioness Is the Hunter: Nero Award, Best Mystery Novel (2018).
  • Legend: Spur Awards, Best Western Short Fiction (2020).

Related Authors

Fans of Loren D. Estleman also enjoy these authors:

  1. Elmore Leonard, author of the Raylan Givens Series.
  2. Adrian McKinty, author of the Detective Sean Duffy Series.
  3. Dan Simmons, author of the Hyperion Cantos Series.
  4. Joe Ide, author of the IQ Series.
  5. Andrew Gross, author of the Ty Hauck Series.
  6. Marcia Muller, author of the Sharon McCone Series.
  7. Rob Hart, author of: The Warehouse.
  8. Ken Bruen, author of the Jack Taylor Series.
  9. Dashiell Hammett, author of the Detective Sam Spade Series.
  10. Paul Levine, author of the Jake Lassiter Series.

Loren D. Estleman: F.A.Q

When was Loren D. Estleman Born? How old is Loren D. Estleman?

Loren D. Estleman was born on September 15th, 1952. Loren D. Estleman is currently 73 years old.

Where was Loren D. Estleman Born?

Loren D. Estleman was born in Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA and is American.

What awards has Loren D. Estleman won?

Loren D. Estleman has won the following awards: Saddleman Award at the Owen Wister Award (2012).

What book awards has Loren D. Estleman won?

Aces and Eights: Spur Awards Best Western Historical Novel (1981).
Sugartown: Shamus Award Best P.I. Novel (1985).
Eight Mile and Dequindre: Shamus Award Best P.I. Short Story (1986).
The Bandit: Spur Awards Best Western Short Fiction (1986).
The Crooked Way: Shamus Award Best P.I. Short Story (1989).
The Alchemist: Spur Awards Best Western Short Fiction (1996).
Journey of the Dead: Spur Awards Western Novel (1999).
Lady on Ice: Shamus Award Best P.I. Short Story (2004).
The Undertaker's Wife: Spur Awards Western Novel (2006).

What was the first book Loren D. Estleman wrote?

The first book written by Loren D. Estleman was Red Highway / The Oklahoma Punk, published in 1976.

What was the most recent book Loren D. Estleman wrote?

His most recently released work was Smoke on the Water on February 11th, 2025.

What is the most popular book by Loren D. Estleman?

Based on the number of readers on Book Notification, the most popular Loren D. Estleman book is You Know Who Killed Me. Here are his most popular books:
  1. You Know Who Killed Me (8.75)
  2. Brazen (7)
  3. Cut-Throat Dogs (8)
  4. Paperback Jack (9)
  5. The Sundown Speech (8)

Are there upcoming new books by Loren D. Estleman?

Loren D. Estleman has a new book coming out on February 3rd, 2026 called Man One.

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How many books has Loren D. Estleman written?

Loren D. Estleman has written 127 books across 18 series, excluding contributions to anthologies.
  • 10 books in the Page Murdock, US Deputy Marshal Series
  • 33 books in the Amos Walker Series
  • 2 Amos Walker Collections
  • 5 books in the Peter Macklin Series
  • 7 books in the Detroit Series
  • 7 books in the Valentino Series
  • 2 books in The Further Adventures Of Sherlock Holmes Series
  • 27 Standalone Novels
  • 17 Short Stories/Novellas
  • 10 Short Story Collections
  • 3 Non-Fiction Books
  • 1 book in the Bibliomysteries Series
  • 1 book in the Akashic Noir Series
  • 1 book in the Mysterious Profiles Series
  • 1 book in the Painted Turtle Series

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