Authors who died on November 4

Take a focused look at the authors who passed away on November 4. Dive into curated bios, achievements, and cultural milestones verified by our editors.

• 2008 Michael Crichton

  Michael Crichton was an American author, screenwriter, and filmmaker known for his best-selling science fiction, medical fiction, and thriller novels. He also contributed significantly to the film and television industry with works that have become major box office successes. [bio]