Andy Greenwald

Andy Greenwald's Book Recommendations

Media & Journalism authors

Andy Greenwald is an American author, television critic, and podcaster. He is known for his work as a staff writer for Grantland and for his novels, including "Sweet Relief." Based on his recommendations, he seems to enjoy mystery and crime novels.

17 books recommended

πŸ“š Books Recommended by Andy Greenwald 17

Dancing Bear

Dancing Bear

by James Crumley

"Sometimes I start reading other books. But then I remember this is the only one I like."

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"Sometimes I start reading other books. But then I remember this is the only one I like."

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Alright, Alright, Alright

Alright, Alright, Alright

by Melissa Maerz

"This book is truly great -- check out an excerpt here!"

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The Memory Police

The Memory Police

by Yoko Ogawa

"This is one of the best books I've read in 2020."

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Dreamland

Dreamland

by Newton Thornburg

"Chandler, "The Long Goodbye;" Thornberg, "Dreamland;" Hughes, "In a Lonely Place;" Ellroy, "LA Confidential." And?"

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Stone Arabia

Stone Arabia

by Dana Spiotta

"Stone Arabia by Dana Spiotta. Then read any other book by Dana Spiotta."

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Return to the Dark Valley

Return to the Dark Valley

by Santiago Gamboa

"RETURN TO THE DARK VALLEY is also a semi-sequel to NIGHT PRAYERS, one of my favorite books of the 21st century."

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Vision

Vision

by Gabriel Hernandez Walta

"Related to last RT: @TomKingTK's VISION (@Marvel) is the best comic book I've read in years."

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Total Chaos

Total Chaos

by Jean-Claude Izzo

"If you like crime novels, alcohol, existential malaise and/or Mediterranean cuisine, you need to read this book."

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Night Prayers

Night Prayers

by Santiago Gamboa

"This is the best book I've read in a very long time. RIYL: BolaΓ±o, Murakami, gin poured over lots of ice."

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L.A. Confidential

L.A. Confidential

by James Ellroy

"Andy Greenwald recommended this book on Twitter."

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In a Lonely Place

In a Lonely Place

by Dorothy B. Hughes

"Andy Greenwald recommended this book on Twitter."

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The Long Goodbye

The Long Goodbye

by Raymond Chandler

"Andy Greenwald recommended this book on Twitter."

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Travis McGee (21 books)

Travis McGee (21 books)

by John D. MacDonald

"Andy Greenwald recommended this series on Twitter."

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The Last Good Kiss

The Last Good Kiss

by James Crumley

"This is one of my all-time favorite books. Please read (or re-read) along!"

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