Ed Lin Books in Order

Ed Lin is a journalist by training and a versatile writer known for his witty humor. As a literary figure, he has penned several notable works, including his debut novel Waylaid and the Robert Chow crime series, set against the vibrant backdrop of 1970s Manhattan Chinatown. His series comprises the compelling novels This Is a Bust, Snakes Can't Run, and One Red Bastard. A pioneer in the field, Lin is the first author to claim three Asian American Literary Awards. His experiences as a Taiwanese and Chinese American writer have shaped his unique perspective on the intersection of cultures and crime. Based in New York, Lin shares his life with his wife, actress Cindy Cheung.

Bibliography verified: January 2026

Book Series by Ed Lin

  • #1
    Waylaid(2001)
    Amazon
  • #2
    David Tung Can't Have a Girlfriend Unless He Gets Into an Ivy League College(2020)
    Amazon
  • #3
    Charlie Chan Is Dead 2: At Home in the World(2004)
    Amazon
  • #4
    The Usual Santas(2016)
    Amazon
  • #5
    Brutal & Strange(2023)
    Amazon

About Ed Lin

Ed Lin is a journalist by training and a versatile writer known for his witty humor. As a literary figure, he has penned several notable works, including his debut novel Waylaid and the Robert Chow crime series, set against the vibrant backdrop of 1970s Manhattan Chinatown. His series comprises the compelling novels This Is a Bust, Snakes Can't Run, and One Red Bastard. A pioneer in the field, Lin is the first author to claim three Asian American Literary Awards. His experiences as a Taiwanese and Chinese American writer have shaped his unique perspective on the intersection of cultures and crime. Based in New York, Lin shares his life with his wife, actress Cindy Cheung.

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