Date of Birth: January 4, 1962
Zodiac Sign: Capricorn
Biography
Harlan Coben is a renowned American author known for his gripping mystery and thriller novels. Born on January 4, 1962, in Newark, New Jersey, Coben has become one of the most successful and prolific writers in the genre. He attended Amherst College, where he was a member of the Psi Upsilon fraternity along with future author Dan Brown. After graduating with a degree in political science, Coben initially worked in the travel industry before turning his focus to writing. Coben’s first book, “Play Dead,” was published in 1990, but he gained widespread acclaim with his Myron Bolitar series, starting with “Deal Breaker” in 1995. His standalone novels, such as “Tell No One” and “The Stranger,” have also been highly successful, many of which have been adapted into films and TV series, further extending his reach and popularity. Coben’s works are known for their intricate plots, suspenseful twists, and compelling characters. In addition to his writing, Coben is also an executive producer for several of his adaptations, contributing to both the creative and production processes. He lives in Ridgewood, New Jersey, with his wife, pediatrician Anne Armstrong-Coben, and their four children.
5 Interesting Facts about Harlan Coben
1. Harlan Coben has sold over 75 million books worldwide.
2. He has won several prestigious awards, including the Edgar Award, Shamus Award, and Anthony Award.
3. Coben’s novel “Tell No One” was adapted into a French film that received critical acclaim and multiple César Award nominations.
4. He signed a five-year deal with Netflix to adapt 14 of his novels into original series and films.
5. Coben is known for his recurring character Myron Bolitar, a sports agent turned investigator, who appears in 11 of his novels.
5 Most Interesting Quotes from Harlan Coben
1. “The most exciting phrase to hear in science, the one that heralds new discoveries, is not ‘Eureka!’ but ‘That’s funny…’”
2. “Courage is being scared to death… and saddling up anyway.”
3. “People have a natural tendency to anthropomorphize their pets, but the truth is that they’re more likely to see us as food.”
4. “The past is a foreign country: they do things differently there.”
5. “You can’t blame anyone else, … No one forced you to do it. You chose your own path. The world is what you make of it.”
Highest Net Worth Achieved
Harlan Coben’s highest net worth achieved is estimated to be around $25 million.
Children
Harlan Coben and his wife Anne Armstrong-Coben have four children: Charlotte, Benjamin, Will, and Eve.
Relevant Links
1. [Harlan Coben Official Website](https://www.harlancoben.com/
2. [Harlan Coben on IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0168036/
3. [Harlan Coben’s Goodreads Profile](https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/2286.Harlan_Coben
4. [Harlan Coben’s Twitter](https://twitter.com/harlancoben
5. [Harlan Coben’s Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/harlancobenbooks
