Dean Koontz

Dean Koontz is an American author. His novels are broadly described as suspense thrillers, but also frequently incorporate elements of horror, fantasy, science fiction, mystery, and satire.

Many of his books have appeared on The New York Times Bestseller List, with 14 hardcovers and 14 paperbacks reaching the number-one position.

Koontz wrote under a number of pen names earlier in his career, including “David Axton”, “Leigh Nichols”, and “Brian Coffey”. He has sold over 450 million copies of his work as reported on his official website.

Date of birth:
9th July, 1945
"I have been reading Stephen King since CARRIE and hope to read him for many years to come."
― Dean Koontz
Topic(s): Hope
"I like to deal with EVERY aspect of our condition, and that means terror and humor in equal mix. Some books have more room for humor than others."
― Dean Koontz
Topic(s): Humor
"Somebody asked me about the current choice we’re being given in the presidential election. I said, Well, it’s like two of the scariest movies I can imagine."
― Dean Koontz
Topic(s): Movies
"I have to admit that when I watch a movie in which there is no moral context for the violence – I find that offensive. I think that’s potentially damaging to society."
― Dean Koontz
Topic(s): Society
"I think it’s perfectly just to refuse service to anyone based on behavior, but not based on race or religion."
― Dean Koontz
Topic(s): Religion

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