I haven't read tons of Lansdale (yet) but it's safe to say that I'm an official fan.
Joe R. Lansdale
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Just received my copy of Black Hat Jack from Subterranean Press today! 
I forgot to thank you for reminding me to get my copy. Mailman dropped it off last week.Just received my copy of Black Hat Jack from Subterranean Press today!
I've never read his books but saw a movie based on a story of his. It was terrifying, but I can't recall the movie name.
I'm not sure. I'd know if I looked at some of the books he wrote, though.
I think so. I just looked and it said Night Runners was based on his book 'Cold In July.'
Just started reading Waltz Of Shadows last night. It's part of the 'Lost Lansdale' writings that Subterranean Press has been releasing over the years. It's a full novel, one that Joe wrote years ago and couldn't get published. It's raw and undiluted!
Started The Boar the night before last. It's a really good book! Supposed to be a Young Adult novel, but it's got more adult themes in it.
Just announced that the actor who played Omar on The Wire will be Leonard on the TV series (for Sundance Channel) based on the Hap and Leonard books.
Oh wow! I had no idea they were going to do a show based on these books! I bet (and hope) that Joe is excited about it!! I love these novels and stories!!!
This will hopefully bring a whole lot of new readers to Joe's works! He deserves to be a 'name' writer!
I of course, like many, was first introduced to his work through the movie adaptation of Bubba Ho-Tep. He's also very active on his Facebook page and responds graciously if he can even though he receives many posts....
I need to see this movie- I read the story and it was a great one!
He is a wonderful storyteller in person, too. The first time I met him, he came to a writing conference in my community and, instead of reading, he just sat there and told tall tales. Hilarious. The opening section of Two Bear Mambo is one of the funniest things I've ever read. I've crossed paths with him a number of times over the years, and it's always a delight. His daughter is a fine country singer, too.
Bev Vincent... no wonder I keep seeing a Lansdale who's a country singer popping up under his updates!
kingricefan, I finally am getting to read one of his latest works, The Thicket, as shookme has mentioned...
kingricefan, I finally am getting to read one of his latest works, The Thicket, as shookme has mentioned...
I don't have this one in my collection yet. I'm glad that you're going to read it.
An erudite midget bounty hunter... that's what I've uncovered so far....
Oh, Joe gives us some amazing characters in his stories....