George Peter Pelecanos; genus. February 18, 1957, Washington, DC, USA - recognized modern American novelist, film and television producer, screenwriter and journalist of Greek descent. He writes mainly in the detective genre. The works of Pelecanos take place mainly in his hometown of Washington. He actively participated in the creation of the HBO television police drama "Wiretap," as well as all five seasons of the drama television series "Trimey." A big fan of Pelecanos writing is Barack Obama.