Sin Bum

Lawrence Block reflects on his book SIN BUM, noting it was likely his last published work under the pseudonym Andrew Shaw around 1963. Although he dislikes the title, he admits to an unexpected fondness for the novel, which he recently revisited and found surprisingly enjoyable. The book is described as a coming-of-age story and a male-viewpoint romance, with some themes echoing earlier works in his career, possibly unconsciously. Block also shares insights into his writing process and the book’s place in his literary evolution.