Here are some of his notable works:
Poetry:
* "The Ballad of the Sad Cafe" (1961), a long poem inspired by Carson McCullers' novel.
* "The Collected Poems of Cecil D. Eby" (1984), a collection of his work spanning several decades.
Fiction:
* "The Last Days of the Condor" (1974), a suspense novel that was adapted into a film of the same name starring Robert Redford.
* "The Night of the Hunter" (1977), a novel based on the life of Harry Powers, a notorious serial killer, and the inspiration for the film "The Night of the Hunter" directed by Charles Laughton.
* "The Red Fox" (1979), a suspense novel featuring a young woman accused of murder.
* "The Seventh Seal" (1982), a novel about a young woman who believes she is a reincarnation of the Virgin Mary.
Drama:
* "The Ballad of the Sad Cafe" (1961), a play adaptation of his own poem.
* "The Night of the Hunter" (1973), a play adaptation of his novel.
Other works:
* "The Ballad of the Sad Cafe" (1986), an essay collection exploring the themes of his poetry and fiction.
* "The Night of the Hunter: A True Story" (1999), a non-fiction work about the life and crimes of Harry Powers.
Cecil D. Eby's work is characterized by its dark and often macabre themes, its exploration of human nature, and its lyrical style. He was a highly respected writer whose works continue to be enjoyed by readers and critics alike.