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United States Nelson DeMille was an American author known for his action-adventure and suspense novels, whose works have been adapted into successful films and television productions.
ICM Partners' publishing department signed Nelson DeMille, indicating a significant representation deal for the author's work.
Nelson DeMille signed a six-book deal with Simon & Schuster, moving from his previous publisher in a major industry agreement.
Nelson DeMille participated in a ribbon-cutting ceremony at a new Barnes & Noble store in Riverhead, engaging directly with fans at the bookstore opening.
Carol Fitzgerald from Bookreporter.com interviewed Nelson DeMille and his son, Alex DeMille, about their collaborative novel, "The Deserter."
Nelson DeMille was a dedicated member of the Authors Guild for 43 years, supporting author's rights and the literary community, notably involved in the Randall v. DeMille libel case which set important precedents for authors' First Amendment rights.
Nelson Richard DeMille was born on August 23, 1943, in New York City. He later moved with his family to Elmont, Long Island, where he grew up and attended Elmont Memorial High School. After spending three years at Hofstra University, DeMille joined the U.S. Army, where he served as a first lieutenant in the First Cavalry Division during the Vietnam War from 1966 to 1969. During his military service, he earned several commendations, including the Air Medal, Bronze Star, and the Vietnamese Cross of Gallantry, and was awarded the Combat Infantryman Badge.
Upon returning from military service, DeMille resumed his studies at Hofstra University, where he completed a degree in political science and history. His writing career began in 1974 with “The Sniper,” part of his Joe Ryker series, initially published under the pseudonym Jack Cannon. A significant turning point in his career was the publication of his 1978 novel, “By the Rivers of Babylon,” which established him as a prominent author in the suspense and thriller genres. Throughout his career, DeMille authored more than thirty novels, with seven achieving the status of #1 New York Times bestsellers.
DeMille’s notable works include “Plum Island,” “The Charm School,” and “The General’s Daughter,” the latter of which was adapted into a major film starring John Travolta in 1999. He also co-authored novels such as “Mayday” with Thomas Block, and “The Deserter” and “Blood Lines” with his son, Alex DeMille, fostering a multi-generational legacy in fiction writing. DeMille was a member of American Mensa, the Authors Guild, and served as president of the Mystery Writers of America. His contributions to the thriller genre were recognized with the ThrillerMaster of the Year award from the International Thriller Writers in 2015. He also received honorary doctorates from Hofstra University, Long Island University, and Dowling College. DeMille passed away on September 17, 2024, at the age of 81.
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