Boston Teran is a highly acclaimed American author who has been publishing standalone books since 1999 under this pseudonym. Teran is known for his efficient and award-winning work, having won several prestigious awards throughout his career. His debut novel, 'God is a Bullet,' won him the Stephen Crane Award and the John Creasy Award by the Crime Writers' Association (CWA) for the best first novel in 1999. The novel's success helped establish Teran's reputation as a noteworthy author, with his books often considered cult classics and compared to popular works in the literary world.
Teran's writing style blends timely social and political themes into captivating page-turners, earning him comparisons to great American writers like Ernest Hemingway and Larry McMurtry, as well as filmmakers John Ford and Sam Peckinpah. His books have been translated into various foreign languages and have received critical acclaim worldwide. Some of his most celebrated works include 'Never Count Out The Dead,' which has been hailed as a modern version of MacBeth, and 'The Creed of Violence,' acquired by Universal with Todd Field set to direct and Daniel Craig in the lead role.
Teran's accolades include over 17 nominations and awards, such as the Edgar Award for Best First Novel, the Foreword "Book of the Year Award," the International Impact Award of Dublin for Best Novel, the Best Novel of the Year in Japan, and the John Creasy Award in England. Born and raised in the South Bronx, Teran now resides in South Carolina and Mexico, where he dedicates his time to writing and engaging in creative activities and travel during his spare time. His recent novels, including 'The Creed of Violence' and 'GIV,' have garnered widespread praise, solidifying his iconic status as a masterful novelist.