Michael Connelly is an American author of crime fiction and detective novels. He is best known for his Harry Bosch series, which follows a Los Angeles Police Department detective as he solves cases. Connelly has also written several stand-alone novels, including The Lincoln Lawyer and The Poet. His books have sold more than 60 million copies worldwide and have been translated into 39 languages. Connelly has won numerous awards, including the Edgar Award, the Anthony Award, and the Shamus Award. He is a New York Times best-selling author and has been credited with helping to redefine the genre of crime fiction.