Max Allan Collins

Max Allan Collins is an American mystery writer, noted for his graphic literature, screenplays and comics. His best known work includes the Ms. Tree and Road to Perdition comics, and his long-running literary series characters such as steely hitman Quarry, hardened thief Nolan, and antiheroic private investigator Nate Heller. He wrote the Dick Tracy newspaper strip for many years and has produced numerous novels featuring the character as well.

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