Cold in July (2014) - September 30, 2014

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Originally Posted by The Great Owl

I have not yet read the Denis Johnson stories.

I got into Joe R. Lansdale after reading Cormac McCarthy's novels a few years ago. I've also enjoyed stories of a similar vein by William Gay and Tom Franklin. William Gay's Twilight and Tom Franklin's Crooked Letter, Crooked Letter are both quite marvelous.
I also recommend the works of Ron Rash, whose novel, Serena, is being released as a movie starring Jennifer Lawrence and Bradley Cooper.

All of these authors take cues from William Faulkner's darker works to great effect.

I've read all the books/stories of all the authors mentioned above. I agree, they are some of the best in the land. I was impressed by COLD IN JULY, but have never read any of Lansdale's works. What is his absolutely best novel? And can you mention 3-4 more I should tackle. Thanks!