John Bellairs
American novelist, primarily speculative fiction for children (1938-1991) · United States · On the map · Writers · Died at 53
John Anthony Bellairs was an American author best known for his fantasy novel The Face in the Frost and many Gothic mystery novels for children featuring the characters Lewis Barnavelt, Rose Rita Pottinger, Johnny Dixon, and Anthony Monday. Most of his books were illustrated by Edward Gorey.
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About this person
At the time of his death, Bellairs' books had sold a quarter-million copies in hard cover and more than a million and a half copies in paperback.
Country
United States
Category
Writers
Type
Writer / Author
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1938 to 1991 · aged 53
