Phyllis ayame whitney september 9, 1903 february 8, 2008 was a japaneseborn american mystery writer. Phyllis ayame whitney 1903 2008 was an american mystery writer. When i found a few of her novels had been released in kindle format i decided to give them a try. Whitney was awarded two more lifetime achievement awards the agatha in 1989 from malice domestic, and one in 1995 from the society of midland authors. After graduating from chicagos mckinley high school in 1924, phyllis began to write seriously. Although she was known as the queen of american gothics, she disliked the title and preferred to be known as a romantic suspense author. Whitney is one of the bestknown writers of classic suspense in the world. This is the 2nd entry in our ongoing series about great but forgotten books. Phyllis whitney is an author who has been on my radar since i was old enough to read and appreciate romantic suspense booksso basically since like thirteen or fourteen. The letter is from a relative, vinnie, who is the sister of amelias deceased mother ida. Thriftbooks sells millions of used books at the lowest everyday prices. Born in yokohama, japan, on september 9, 1903, phyllis a. This time, the protagonist is a 72yearold former prima ballerina, although its her granddaughter who, whitneystyle, follows clues into the past where all those closed doors hiding scandal and sometimes murder begin to creak open. This ebook features an illustrated biography of phyllis a.
With more than 50m copies of her paperback books alone in print after six decades of publishing and 76 titles, the mystery writer and romantic novelist phyllis whitney did. When she arrived at her aunt janets lovely caribbean hotel, jessica abbott had left nothing of value behind. Get this book free when you sign up for a 30day trial. Whitney has been named grand master by the mystery writers of america and has received the agatha award from malice domestic. Whitney, whose romantic suspense tales sold millions of copies and earned her top accolades from the mystery writers of america, has died. Her sixtyyear writing career and the publication of seventysix books, which together sold over fifty million copies worldwide, established her as one of the most successful mystery and romantic suspense writers of the.
A recipient of the agatha award for lifetime achievement, phyllis a. Phyllis whitney has been a great influence on my own writing, a wonderful storyteller. Hunters green, dream of orchids, and the winter people. Whitney 19032008, was an american born in japan, and spent her early years in asia, which may account for the exotic. May 04, 2018 phyllis whitney is an author who has been on my radar since i was old enough to read and appreciate romantic suspense booksso basically since like thirteen or fourteen. Window on the square, thunder woman without a past. Whitney wove her storytelling magicin her lifetime garnering numerous awards and worldwide acclaim for her books. A guide to cozy mystery and other favorite books, movies, and tv. Phyllis whitney tigers eye and golden horn in secret of the tigers eye, benita dustin stays with her aunt at her home in cape town, south africa. Whitneys father was in business in japan, and she grew up in the.
Hunters green is an involving suspense novel from phyllis a. Phyllis whitney was one of my earliest favorite writers of adult novels. Another of my favorite authors of the romantic suspense genre, phyllis a. Whether of different races, or religions, or even in the same family i tried in my books. I will miss her, as will thousands more of her fan. A gothic treasure trove readers digest first edition hardcover. Window on the square, thunder listen for the whisperer. So for over 20 years ive been trying to motivate myself enough to read one of her books. Whitney 19032008 was an american novelist of mysteries, gothic fiction and romantic suspense. Except where otherwise noted, all text and graphics on this web site are philip w. Phyllis ayame whitney september 9, 1903 february 8, 2008 was an american mystery. Her sixtyyear writing career and the publication of seventysix books, which together sold over fifty million copies worldwide, established her as one of the most successful mystery and romantic suspense writers of the twentieth century and.
Whitney has 100 books on goodreads with 72652 ratings. I thought it would be romantic supense, but it was a light historical romance which im sure would be enjoyed by young teens the heroine is. Whitney whitneys 36th mystery suspense is tighter, neater, better than ever. I am right now very interested in anything asian, and remembered this book and ordered it so that i could. Novelist phyllis whitney packed in two intriguing mysteries at once, fictional old hollywood stars, tangled family relationships, romance, a bit of the supernatural, and some surprising facts about kudzu. Born in japan to american parents in 1903, she spent her early years in asia. Red is for murder 43 aka red carnelian, reprint 65 the quicksilver pool 55. Whitney, whose romantic suspense tales sold millions of copies and earned her top accolades from. Whitney served as childrens book editor of the chicago suns book week 19421946 and the philadelphia inquirer 19471948.
An american writer of mystery novels, the japanese born author phyllis ayame whitney had a long and highly regarded writing career that spanned for a number of years, creating a style and tone that was all of her very own, as she came to be revered by both critics and the general public alike. A prolific author, whitney wrote the novel in 1993, and it was one of her last books before her death in 2008 at the age of 104. Whitneys books have been published in more than thirty foreign. Daughter of the stars is the story of lacey elliot, and her search for answers about a family she knows nothing about. She has won numerous awards including the edgar allen poe award in 1961 and 1964, the sequoyah award of oklahoma, and the grand master award from the mystery writers of america in 1988. Online shopping from a great selection at books store. Whitney phyllis ayame whitney was born of american parents on september 9, 1903 in yokohama, japan. Originally published on the 12th of december in 1991 and brought out through the ivy books publishing house, this was one of the later and lesser known works from phyllis a. Whitney, a prolific bestselling author of romantic mysteries, youngadult novels and childrens mysteries for more than a halfcentury, died on friday in faber, va. A wealthy matriarch, maud saw in jessica the perfect companion for her granddaughter, leila, and a perfect antidote to. Whitney 3 september 1903 8 february 2008 phyllis ayame whitney was born in yokohama, japan, the daughter of american parents, and spent her early years in asia.
Garner and in 1934, gave birth to her daughter, georgia. Whitney paperback books gothic romance suspense mystery. Despite starting late as a writer of mystery and romance novels, she sold more than 50m books. Discover more authors youll love listening to on audible.
Whitney, a prolific bestselling author of romantic mysteries, youngadult novels and childrens mysteries for more than a halfcentury, died on. The following is a complete and chronological listing of books written by phyllis a. Whitney made her debut as a novelist in 1941 with a place for ann. Whitney and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. Signin to download and listen to this audiobook today. Download for offline reading, highlight, bookmark or take notes while you read the phyllis a. Get cozy and expand your home library with a large online selection of books at. Whitney book lists for more than 80 years, phyllis a. Whitney passed away on february 8, 2008 at the age of 104. Browse author series lists, sequels, pseudonyms, synopses, book covers, ratings and awards. Whitneys books in order of when they were originally released. Window on the square, thunder heights, and the golden unicorn ebook written by phyllis a. Website content is not to be duplicated or distributed. Phyllis ayame whitney was born of american parents on september 9, 1903 in yokohama, japan.
Feb 14, 2008 with more than 50m copies of her paperback books alone in print after six decades of publishing and 76 titles, the mystery writer and romantic novelist phyllis whitney did have the advantage of. A rarity for her genre, she wrote mysteries for both the juvenile and the adult markets, many of which feature exotic settings. To me mary stewart is the queen and no one comes close to her at all but alas she wrote so few books. In 1961, her book the mystery of the haunted pool won an edgar award from the mystery writers of america for best. Phyllis whitney is not quite in the same league but she was much more prolific. We personally assess every books quality and offer rare, outofprint treasures. Whitney has one daughter, georgia, three grandchildren barbara, michael, and lorraine, and two greatgrandchildren, danny and matthew. Whitney including rare images from the authors estate. Jun 10, 2012 another of my favorite authors of the romantic suspense genre, phyllis a. Beginning with short stories, she finally sold one to the chicago daily news. My first novel, stalking susan, was published in 2008.
Phyllis ayame whitney september 9, 1903 february 8, 2008 was an american mystery writer of more than 70 novels. See more ideas about books, gothic books and romance books. Her sixtyyear writing career and the publication of seventysix books, which together sold over fifty million copies worldwide, established her as one of the most successful mystery and romantic suspense writers of the twentieth century and earned her the. Rare for her genre, she wrote mysteries for both the juvenile and the adult markets, many of which feature exotic locations. Whitney was a prolific author of awardwinning adult and childrens fiction. Red is for murder 43 aka red carnelian, reprint 65 the quicksilver pool 55 the trembling hills 56 skye cameron 57 the moonflower 58aka the mask and the moonflower, reprint 60 thunder heights 60 blue fire 60. In 1961, her book the mystery of the haunted pool won an edgar award from the mystery writers of america for best juvenile novel. Whitney, including woman without a past, and amethyst dreams, and more on. Author phyllis a whitneys complete list of books and series in order, with the latest releases, covers, descriptions and availability. I lived in a rural part of minnesota and the bookmobile librarian would try to find new ones for me.
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