List of 15 authors like Carl Hiaasen

Carl Hiaasen is well known for his crime fiction and humorous novels, often set in Florida, that combine wit, environmentalism, and eccentric characters. Authors who write similar novels, either in setting, tone, or themes, might include:

1. 1
   Tim Dorsey - Like Hiaasen, Dorsey’s novels often feature quirky Florida settings and offbeat humor, particularly his Serge Storms series.
2. 2
   Dave Barry - David Barry wrote a humor column for the Miami Herald before writing his first novel, Big Trouble which is set in Miami. In the book’s preface, he thanks his friend Carl Hiaasen, stating that he “is the master of the genre I tried to write in – the Bunch of South Florida Wackos genre”.
3. 3
   Elmore Leonard - Known for his sharp dialogues and eccentric characters, Leonard’s crime stories are often infused with humor like Hiaasen’s work. The film Jackie Brown by Quentin Tarantino is based on Elmore Leonard’s novel Rum Punch.
4. 4
   Christopher Moore - His humorous and satirical novels often feature bizarre scenarios and unique characters, akin to Hiaasen’s style.
5. 5
   Randy Wayne White - He wrote a series of crime novels that feature Doc Ford, a retired NSA agent who works as a marine biologist on the west coast of Florida.
6. 6
   Laurence Shames - Known for his Key West capers, Shames writes with a light-hearted humor similar to Hiaasen’s.
7. 7
   John D. MacDonald - His Travis McGee series is set in Florida and features intrigue and crime, although less humorous than Hiaasen’s work.
8. 8
   Paul Levine - Prior to graduating from the University of Miami School of Law, Paul Levine worked as a courthouse reporter for the Miami Herald. His Jake Lassiter series of novels features a Miami lawyer who is a former football player.
9. 9
   James W. Hall - His Thorn series novels are set in Florida and mix the environment and crime, although they are generally more serious than Hiaasen’s work.
10. 10
    Tom Dorsey - His comedic and surreal approach to crime fiction is often likened to Hiaasen’s.
11. 11
    Carl Weber - Known for dramatic and racy novels, Weber’s urban fiction is filled with twists and humor.
12. 12
    Jeff Lindsay - Known for the Dexter series, Lindsay’s dark humor and Florida setting can appeal to Hiaasen’s fans.
13. 13
    Michael Dorsey - Character-driven crime stories with a streak of humor can be found in his writing which can be reminiscent of Hiaasen’s style.
14. 14
    Donald E. Westlake - Westlake’s comedic crime capers, particularly those featuring the hapless criminal John Dortmunder, may appeal to fans of Hiaasen’s novels.
15. 15
    Janet Evanovich - Her Stephanie Plum series often has a humorous slant on crime and quirky family dynamics, similar to Hiaasen’s style.

Please note that while these authors share certain similarities with Carl Hiaasen, each brings their own unique voice and style to their writing. As always, personal taste will dictate which of these authors’ works will most resonate with any given reader.