Douglas Kennedy

Douglas Kennedy is an accomplished American author, best known for his bestselling literature and fiction novels. With around twelve novels under his belt, Kennedy has made a significant impact in the literary world. Some of his most popular works include "Leaving the World," "The Big Picture," "The Moment," and "Pursuit of Happiness." His latest novel, "The Heat of Betrayal," was published in the UK, France, and the US in 2015 and 2016.

Kennedy's writing extends beyond literary novels, as he has also authored three popular travel books. His work has been well-received globally, with over 14 million printed copies sold worldwide and translations in more than 22 languages. Many of his books have been bestsellers in France, leading to his recognition with the French decoration called Chevalier de Ordre des Lettres in 2007.

Kennedy was born in Manhattan in 1955 and pursued his education at Bowdoin College, Maine, and Trinity College, Dublin. In 1977, he returned to Dublin with just a trenchcoat, backpack, and $300, eventually co-founding a theatre company. His first play, "Shakespeare on Five Dollars a Day," was sold to Radio 4 in 1980. In 1988, Kennedy moved to London and published his first travel book, "Beyond the Pyramids." His debut novel, "The Dead Heart," was published in 1994. Today, Kennedy is a successful author with homes in London, Paris, and Maine, and is a proud father of two children.
Standalone Novels
# Title Year
1 The Dead Heart 1995
2 The Big Picture 1997
3 The Job 1998
4 The Pursuit of Happiness 2001
5 Temptation 2002
6 A Special Relationship 2003
7 State of the Union 2005
8 The Woman in the Fifth 2007
9 Leaving the World 2009
10 The Moment 2011
11 Five Days 2012
12 The Blue Hour 2015
13 The Heat of Betrayal 2015
14 The Great Wide Open 2019
15 Isabelle in the Afternoon 2020
Short Stories/Novellas
# Title Year
1 The Christmas Ring 2011
2 The Mistake 2013
Non-Fiction Books
# Title Year
1 Beyond The Pyramids 1988
2 In God's Country 1989
3 Chasing Mammon 1992
Douglas Kennedy Anthologies
# Title Year
1 New Woman, New Fiction 1990