Tom Mescherybooks in chronological order

Tom Meschery is an American author known for his mystery novels and poetry. Initially a professional basketball player, he spent from 1961 to 1971 playing for the Philadelphia/San Francisco Warriors and the Seattle SuperSonics. His writing style is characterized by a blend of hard-boiled detective fiction and often surreal or poetic elements, reflecting a life of diverse experiences.

Meschery's background is particularly notable, having spent his youth during World War II in a Japanese internment camp in Tokyo with his mother and sister. This experience, along with his time as a basketball player and subsequent writing career, has contributed to the unique and layered nature of his work.