Who are the famous authors of classic American crime novels?

Dashiell Hammett is a very famous author. He wrote 'The Maltese Falcon' which is considered a classic in the genre. His works often feature tough, cynical detectives. Another is Raymond Chandler. He created the character Philip Marlowe and his novels like 'The Big Sleep' are known for their sharp dialogue and complex mysteries.

Agatha Christie is a very famous author of classic crime novels. She created characters like Hercule Poirot and Miss Marple. Another well - known author is Arthur Conan Doyle, who gave us Sherlock Holmes. Dashiell Hammett is also famous for his crime novels, such as 'The Maltese Falcon'.

Dorothy L. Sayers is a famous author of classic crime mystery novels. Her Lord Peter Wimsey series is very popular. G. K. Chesterton is known for his Father Brown stories. And then there's Ellery Queen, a pseudonym for two cousins who wrote many engaging crime mystery novels.

James M. Cain is a notable author of American noir crime novels. His book 'The Postman Always Rings Twice' is famous for its exploration of lust and murder. Also, Patricia Highsmith, known for her 'Strangers on a Train', which has a great sense of psychological noir.

J.R.R. Tolkien, although not American, has had a profound influence on American fantasy writing. His works like 'The Lord of the Rings' have inspired American authors. American author Stephen King has also dabbled in fantasy elements in some of his works. His unique style of horror - tinged fantasy has been very popular. For example, in 'The Dark Tower' series, there are elements of a post - apocalyptic fantasy world.

Nathaniel Hawthorne is a well - known author of classic American romantic novels. His 'The Scarlet Letter' is a great example. Hawthorne often explored themes of sin and redemption in his works. Another famous author is Edith Wharton. She wrote 'The Age of Innocence' which delved into the upper - class society's love and relationships in a very detailed and poignant way.

Dashiell Hammett was another famous one. His novels had a sense of authenticity when it came to depicting the police and the criminal underworld. His stories were often fast - paced and full of action, with the police trying to solve complex cases.

Jules Verne, while French, had a great influence on American science fiction. His adventure - filled stories like 'Journey to the Center of the Earth' inspired many American authors. Among American - born authors, Edgar Rice Burroughs is famous for creating 'Tarzan' and also for his science fiction works like the 'Barsoom' series. And let's not forget Octavia Butler, a female African - American author whose works such as 'Kindred' and 'Parable of the Sower' brought new perspectives to American science fiction.

Edgar Allan Poe is a very famous author of classic crime short stories. He created many stories that are considered the foundation of the crime genre. Arthur Conan Doyle is also well - known for his Sherlock Holmes stories which are full of crime - solving adventures. Agatha Christie also wrote some great short crime stories, although she's more famous for her novels.

Agatha Christie is a very famous one. She created characters like Hercule Poirot and Miss Marple. Another is Arthur Conan Doyle, who gave us Sherlock Holmes.