Date of Birth: December 24, 1946
Zodiac Sign: Capricorn
Biography
Eric Van Lustbader is an American author known for his work in the thriller and fantasy genres. Born in New York City, Lustbader began his career in the music industry before transitioning to writing. He gained significant recognition with his novel “The Ninja,” which was published in 1980 and became an international bestseller. Lustbader is also known for continuing the Jason Bourne series originally created by Robert Ludlum. His contributions to the series have been highly successful, further establishing him as a prominent figure in the literary world. Over his career, he has written more than 25 bestsellers, including both standalone novels and series, and his work has been translated into over 20 languages. Lustbader lives with his wife, Victoria, in New York.
5 Interesting Facts about Eric Van Lustbader
1. Eric Van Lustbader has a background in music and worked as an executive in the music industry before becoming a full-time writer.
2. His debut novel, “The Sunset Warrior,” was published in 1977 and marked the beginning of his career as a fantasy writer.
3. Lustbader was chosen by the estate of Robert Ludlum to continue the Jason Bourne series after Ludlum’s death.
4. He has written over 25 international bestsellers, with his books being translated into more than 20 languages.
5. Lustbader is a martial arts enthusiast, and this interest heavily influences his writing, particularly in “The Ninja” series.
5 Most Interesting Quotes from Eric Van Lustbader
1. “The best writers are the ones who are willing to take risks.”
2. “Writing is a journey into the unknown, and sometimes you discover yourself along the way.”
3. “Characters drive the story. Without them, there’s no heart, no soul.”
4. “The essence of a thriller is the balance between action and emotion.”
5. “In every book, there lies a piece of the author’s own soul.”
Highest Net Worth Achieved
Eric Van Lustbader’s highest net worth achieved is estimated to be around $20 million.
Children
Eric Van Lustbader does not have any children.
Relevant Links
1. [Eric Van Lustbader Official Website](http://ericvanlustbader.com/
2. [Eric Van Lustbader on Goodreads](https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/7276.Eric_Van_Lustbader
3. [Eric Van Lustbader’s Amazon Author Page](https://www.amazon.com/Eric-Van-Lustbader/e/B000AP75Z6
5. [Eric Van Lustbader on Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Eric_Van_Lustbader
