Elmore Leonard was a very famous and prolific American crime writer, known for his sharp dialogue, witty prose, and realistic depiction of criminals and law enforcement.
Here are some of his most notable works:
Novels:
* Get Shorty (1990): A mobster tries to make it big in Hollywood.
* Out of Sight (1996): A bank robber and a U.S. Marshal find themselves entangled.
* Jackie Brown (1992): A flight attendant gets caught up in a gun-running scheme.
* Be Cool (1999): A sequel to "Get Shorty", following the adventures of Chilli Palmer in the music industry.
* Freaky Deaky (1989): A former cop turns to drugs and becomes a hitman.
* Killshot (2005): A group of fugitives are pursued by hitmen.
* Rum Punch (1992): A group of friends get caught up in a deadly plan.
* The Big Bounce (1969): A con man's plan goes awry.
* Hombre (1961): A half-breed rancher defends a town from bandits.
Short Story Collections:
* When the Music's Over (1981): A collection of stories.
* Stories (2011): A collection of stories.
Adaptations:
Many of Elmore Leonard's books have been adapted into successful films and TV shows, including:
* Get Shorty (1995)
* Out of Sight (1998)
* Jackie Brown (1997)
* Be Cool (2005)
* Killshot (2012)
Elmore Leonard is considered one of the most influential crime writers of the 20th century and his work continues to inspire readers and filmmakers today.