“I always say three things make a writer: inspiration, obviously; perspiration, doing the work. But the third is desperation. I'm not really fit for anything else, or to have a real job. That fear drives me. The pressure has always been self inflicted.”

American writer

Harlan Coben is an American writer. He is known for his bestselling mystery and thriller novels, which have made him a prominent figure in contemporary popular fiction. His books often center on suspense, hidden family secrets, and sudden turns in ordinary lives. Coben has also reached a wide audience through screen adaptations of his work, extending the reach of his stories beyond the page.