Author Robert B. Parker, 77, died “just sitting at his desk” at home, according to his British publisher Quercus, cited by Sarah Weinman on her blog. Parker novels scheduled for publication in 2010 include SPLIT IMAGE, the newest Jesse Stone novel (out February 23) and BLUE-EYED DEVIL, an Appaloosa novel (May 4). Blog post The Mystery Writers of America announced their 2010 Edgar awards nominees.Release
