The Lock Artist

The Lock Artist
First edition
AuthorSteve Hamilton
LanguageEnglish
GenreCrime fiction
PublisherMinotaur Books
Publication date
2010
Publication placeUnited States
Media typeHardcover
Pages304
ISBN978-0-312-38042-7

The Lock Artist is a 2010 standalone 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.[1]

  1. ^ "'Savages' Co-Writer Shane Salerno Options Edgar-Winning 'The Lock Artist'". Deadline. June 14, 2012. Retrieved 2014-10-30.