Joe R. Lansdale
October 28, 1951 · 74 years old
Joe Richard Lansdale (born October 28, 1951) is an American writer and martial arts instructor. A prose writer in a variety of genres, including Western, horror, science fiction, mystery, and suspense, he has also written comic books and screenplays. Several of his novels have been adapted for film…
Known For
4 titles
Son of Batman
Batman learns he has a violent, unruly pre-teen son, secretly raised by the terrorist group the League of Assassins.
The Pale Door
After a train robbery goes bad, two brothers leading a gang of cowboys must survive the night in a ghost town inhabited by a coven of witches.
DC Showcase: Jonah Hex
When a ruthless brothel madame murders Jonah Hex's current quarry, the disfigured bounty hunter plans to make her pay.
All Hail the Popcorn King
"Hallowed be thy name, oh Lord, and shotgun do your stuff," wrote Joe R. Lansdale in one of his more than 50 novels, 500 short stories, and countless comic books and screenplays. While a prolific storyteller, Lansdale is no ordina...