We were saddened to hear of the death of Elmore Leonard yesterday. We’ve been reading his books as fast as he can write ’em for a few decades now and Justified, the TV show that is based on a story of his, that he has the role of executive producer for, well it’s one of the best. There’s a full appreciation to follow but in the meantime, for all you budding writers out there, here’s a list of tips from a master.

Elmore Leonard – October 11, 1925 – August 20, 2013