Walter Mosley
Biography
Walter Mosley is an acclaimed American author known for his iconic Easy Rawlins series. Born in Los Angeles in 1952, Mosley has made a significant impact on the literary world with his compelling storytelling and vivid characterizations. Mosley’s debut novel, “Devil in a Blue Dress,” introduced readers to the enigmatic and complex detective Easy Rawlins, a character that would become a central figure in Mosley’s body of work. The series, set against the backdrop of post-World War II Los Angeles, explores themes of race, class, and social justice in a gripping and thought-provoking manner. With a career spanning over three decades, Mosley has written over 60 books across various genres, including mystery, crime fiction, and science fiction. His work has garnered numerous awards and accolades, including the Anisfield-Wolf Book Award and the Grand Master Award from the Mystery Writers of America. A talented and versatile writer, Walter Mosley continues to captivate audiences with his engaging storytelling and powerful narratives.
Standalone Novels
Individual novels by Walter Mosley not part of a series
- A LITTLE YELLOW DOG : Featuring an Original Easy Rawlins Short Story \"Gray-Eyed Death\" )
- A Little Yellow Dog : Featuring an Original Easy Rawlins Short Story \"Gray-Eyed Death\"
- ALWAYS OUTNUMBERED, ALWAYS OUTGUNNED
- Always Outnumbered, Always Outgunned
- BLACK BETTY : Featuring an Original Easy Rawlins Short Story \"Gator Green\" )
- Bad Boy Brawly Brown )
- Black Betty )
- Black Genius: African American Solutions to African American
- Blue Light
- DEVIL IN A BLUE DRESS )
- Devil in a Blue Dress
- Devil in a Blue Dress )
- Devil in a Blue Dress : Featuring an Original Easy Rawlins Short Story \"Crimson Stain\" )
- Fear Itself
- Fearless Jones
- Fearless Jones )
- Futureland
- Futureland: Nine Stories of an Imminent World
- GONE FISHIN : Featuring an Original Easy Rawlins Short Story \"Smoke\" )
- R L'S DREAM
- RED DEATH : Featuring an Original Easy Rawlins Short Story \"Silver Lining\" )
- RED DEATH PROMOTION WITH YELLOW DOG
- Red Death )
- Rl's Dream:
- Six Easy Pieces : Easy Rawlins Stories
- The Man in My Basement:
- Un Perro Amarillo
- WHITE BUTTERFLY )
- WHITE BUTTERFLY : Featuring an Original Easy Rawlins Short Story \"Lavender\" )
- Walkin' the Dog
Easy Rawlins
Books in the Easy Rawlins series by Walter Mosley
- A Little Yellow Dog: An Easy Rawlins Mystery
- A Little Yellow Dog: An Easy Rawlins Mystery )
- Bad Boy Brawly Brown: An Easy Rawlins Mystery
- DEVIL IN A BLUE DRESS : An Easy Rawlins Mystery )
- Gone Fishin': An Easy Rawlins Novel )
- Little Scarlet: An Easy Rawlins Mystery
Fearless Jones
Books in the Fearless Jones series by Walter Mosley
- Fear Itself: A Fearless Jones Novel
Classic Series
The series that started it all
- Devil in a Blue Dress
- A Red Death
- White Butterfly
Recent Series
Latest works by the author
- Black Betty
- Gone Fishin'
- Little Green
Reading Order
Complete reading order for Walter Mosley's books
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Walter Mosley known for?
Walter Mosley is known for his detective fiction, particularly the Easy Rawlins series.
How many books are in the Easy Rawlins series?
As of now, there are 15 books in the Easy Rawlins series.
What is the first book in the Easy Rawlins series?
The first book in the Easy Rawlins series is 'Devil in a Blue Dress', published in 1990.
Has Walter Mosley won any awards for his writing?
Yes, Walter Mosley has won several awards for his writing, including an Edgar Award.
Are all of Walter Mosley's books in the mystery genre?
While Walter Mosley is best known for his mystery novels, he has also written science fiction, young adult fiction, and non-fiction.