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Don Winslow Returns: New Novellas Amid Activism Threats

1/27/2026

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Don Winslow, the crime writer, returns from a brief retirement with The Final Score, six novellas.
He stepped back to pursue political activism, but his writing passion was reignited.
He faced threats linked to anti-Trump activism, yet remains committed to writing and advocacy.
Film adaptations include Collision, starring Jake Gyllenhaal, and Crime 101, with Chris Hemsworth, due February 13, 2026.

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Story summary

Don Winslow, the crime writer, returns from a brief retirement with The Final Score, six novellas.
He stepped back to pursue political activism, but his writing passion was reignited.
He faced threats linked to anti-Trump activism, yet remains committed to writing and advocacy.
Film adaptations include Collision, starring Jake Gyllenhaal, and Crime 101, with Chris Hemsworth, due February 13, 2026.