Markus Zusak was best known for which 2005 historical novel?
Markus Zusak Markus Frank Zusak (born 23 June 1975) is an Australian writer. He is best known for "The Book Thief" and "The Messenger" (US title, "I Am the Messenger"), two novels for young adults which have been international best-sellers. He won the annual Margaret A. Edwards Award in 2014 for his contributions to young-adult literature published in the US.
Officer Down (novel) Officer Down is the debut novel by crime writer Theresa Schwegel. It was published in 2005 by Minotaur Books and won the Edgar Award for Best First Novel.