Alan Orloff books

Alan Orloff is an award-winning mystery author whose debut Diamonds for the Dead was nominated for an Agatha Award, and whose YA thriller won Agatha and Anthony Awards.
Author · Mystery · Thriller · Crime Fiction

Last Laff Mystery Reading Order

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Killer Routine 2011 Buy
Deadly Campaign 2012 Buy

Mess Hopkins

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Sanctuary Motel 2023 Buy

Alan Orloff is an award-winning mystery and thriller author. A native of Washington, D.C., he holds a degree in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Maryland. His debut mystery, Diamonds for the Dead (2010), was nominated for an Agatha Award for Best First Novel.

The Last Laff Mystery series features Channing Hayes, a stand-up comedian recovering from tragedy who co-owns a comedy club in northern Virginia. When crimes occur, he’s drawn into investigating. His YA thriller I Play One On TV won both the Agatha and Anthony Awards for Best Children’s/YA Novel.

Orloff is a member of Mystery Writers of America, International Thriller Writers, and Sisters in Crime.

Frequently Asked Questions

What awards has Alan Orloff won?

Diamonds for the Dead was nominated for an Agatha Award for Best First Novel. Pray for the Innocent won a Thriller Award for Best Ebook Original. I Play One On TV won both the Agatha and Anthony Awards for Best Children’s/YA Novel.

What is the Last Laff Mystery series about?

The Last Laff series follows Channing Hayes, a stand-up comedian with a tragic past who co-owns The Last Laff Comedy Club. After a car accident killed his fiancée, he’s put performing on hold but gets pulled into investigating crimes.

Where are Alan Orloff's books set?

Many of his books are set in the northern Virginia suburbs of Washington, D.C. Orloff is a native Washingtonian who grew up in the Maryland suburbs.

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