It was his debut novel, Black Sunday, which was released in 1975. Thomas Harris wrote only one book without Hannibal Lecter. Jason Arthur, publisher at William Heinemann, said: “There is no doubt in my mind that Thomas Harris remains one of the most notable writers of the last four decades, and the publication of his first novel in 13 years – his first non-Hannibal novel in over 40 – will be a significant publishing event.”

The publisher described the book as ‘standalone’ and also mentioned that it will not involve Hannibal Lecter. The publisher William Heinemann announced this New Thomas Harris novel and set to release globally on. He is an important American novelist and writes what he chooses, when he chooses.” It may not involve the Hannibal character at all. In 2007, Harris’ agent Mort Janklow told : “ I have no idea what Tom’s next book will be.

Harris has signed a deal for two books the first book was Hannibal Rising released in 2006, but no details were revealed about the second book. This New Thomas Harris novel, the title is not revealed yet, has long been anticipated since 2004. The author is well-known for creation of one of the most famous monster of literature – the sophisticated, psychopathic cannibal Hannibal Lecter. This New Thomas Harris novel will be his first book in more than 40 years without his famous cannibal. Thomas Harris, the creator of Hannibal Lecter, announces his first book since 2006’s Hannibal Rising.

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