The Lock Artist is a 2010 crime novel by American novelist Steve Hamilton, published by Minotaur Books. The story centers on a young man with a talent for lock picking.
The Lock Artist has won several awards, including the 2011 Edgar Award for Best Novel and the 2011 Alex Award from the Young Adult Library Services Association, commending the book's appeal to young adult readers.
In 2012 Shane Salerno acquired the film rights.
Awards and honors The New York Times named The Lock Artist a Notable Crime Book of 2010.
In 2013, it was named the Best Translated Mystery of the Year in Japan (2013 Kono Mystery ga Sugoi!). +Awards for The Lock ArtistYearAwardResultRef.2011Alex Award —Winner2011 Alex Awards. American Library Association. Retrieved 2014-10-30.Anthony Award NovelFinalistAnthony Award nominees and winners. Bouchercon World Mystery Convention. Retrieved 2014-10-30.Barry AwardNovelWinnerBarry Awards. Deadly Pleasures Mystery Magazine. Retrieved 2014-10-30.CWA Ian Fleming Steel Dagger—Winner2011 CWA Ian Fleming Steel Dagger Award. Retrieved 2014-10-30.Dilys Award—FinalistThe Dilys Award. The Independent Mystery Booksellers Association. Retrieved 2014-10-30.Edgar Award NovelWinnerGold Dagger—FinalistTom Franklin wins the CWA Gold Dagger 2011. Crime Writers' Association. Retrieved 2014-10-30.
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