Harold Schechter
Harold Schechter
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Harold Schechter is a professor of American literature and culture. Renowed for his true-crime writing, he is the author of the nonfiction books Fatal, Fiend, Bestial, Deviant, Deranged, Depraved, and, with David Everitt, The A to Z Encyclopedia of Serial Killers. He is also the author of Nevermore and The Hum Bug, the acclaimed historical novels featuring Edgar Ellen Poe. He lives in New York State and is the father of YA novelist, Lauren Oliver. — Mostly from Depraved
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Harold Schechter is widely recognized for his extensive work in the true crime genre, particularly his detailed accounts of serial killers and historical American crime. He is often praised for his meticulous research and narrative style.
Yes, Harold Schechter is the father of young adult novelist Lauren Oliver.