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1. Although you may know this writer as a lifelong supporter of conservative causes, you probably know him more for the movies created from his book. Who is this writer who exploded on the fiction scene with a book about a submarine (that wasn't actually red)?

Answer: Tom Clancy

Tom Clancy's first book "The Hunt for Red October" was wildly successful and led to a series of Jack Ryan books and movies. Interest in his character Jack Ryan (and other characters) has continued as Clancy has made the "New York Times" Best Seller List 16 times as #1. Is he conservative? Anyone who says that "Democrats, generally speaking, are the new Marxists" is probably conservative.

2. Although you might not immediately recognize the book "The Mediterranean Caper," you might know the main character Dirk Pitt. Who is this adventure story writer whose series include "The Numa Files" and the "Oregon Files"?

Answer: Clive Cussler

Clive Cussler first big success was "Raise the Titanic." He has made the New York Best Seller List multiple times, including being number 1 six times. Is he conservative? In 2013, he hosted a $5000.00 a plate Arizona Republican party fundraiser.

3. This author is descended from Harriet Beecher Stowe. However, you probably know her better as a crime writer. Who is this author who tells the stories of medical examiner Dr. Kay Scarpetta?

Answer: Patricia Cornwell

Patricia Cornwell has been #1 on the New York Best Seller list 16 times. Is she conservative? She has certainly supported the Republican party through over $100,000 in campaign contributions. However, to be balanced, Cornwell says
"I'm not a political potentate or a fundraiser or an activist. For the most part, when I've supported Republicans and Democrats alike, it's been because I know and respect the candidate or have been given a recommendation by someone whose opinion I value."

4. This author has sold over 80 million copies, is known as a Grand Master by the Mystery Writers of America, and has an award named after her. Who is the author who debuted with "Where Are the Children"?

Answer: Mary Higgins Clark

Mary Higgins Clark actually started out as a radio show writer after her husband died. Every single one of her books has been a best seller, and the "New York Times" Best Seller list has had her #1 eighteen times. Is she conservative? In 2007, it was reported that she had given over $59,000, 95% to Republican causes and has been listed as a Republican.

5. Often discussed by the right-wing magazine "The American Spectator," this author had 14 #1 best sellers by 2013. Who is this author of books such as "Watchers," "Tick Tock," and "Cold Fire"?

Answer: Dean Koontz

Is Koontz conservative? He is frequently cited for his conservative and Christian themes in his novels. He is quoted as saying "I remained a liberal on civil-rights issues, became a conservative on defense, and a semi-libertarian on all other matters." Other influences, Koontz's admits, has been his conversion to Catholicism (after his marriage to his wife Gerda) and his dysfunctional relationship with his dad.

At last count, he has had 14 #1 books on the New York Times Best Seller List.

6. This author received his U.S. Navy wings in 1969 and published the novel "Flight of the Intruder" in 1986. Who is the author of books such as "Cuba," "Intruder," and "Liberty"?

Answer: Stephen Coonts

Is he conservative? Coonts' greatest financial success has been related to the character Jake Rafton. The character's has been strongly tied with the navy and CIA (including counter-terrorism after 9/11). His novel "Under Siege" had the quote "Washington is El Dorado for the sly and the bold, for every identifiable species of pencil thief and con artist, some in office, some out, preying on their fellow man." That said, he seems to be careful about stating his politics although he blogged he liked Mark Lavin's slam on Nancy Pelosi, and Coonts called Ronald Reagan "perhaps the greatest president of the last 60 years and a hell of a nice man." Coonts has had 17 books on the New York Times Best Seller List.

7. This crime fiction writer had a documentary made about him called "Demon Dog of American Crime Fiction." Who is this author of such novels as "The Black Dahlia" and "L.A. Confidential?"

Answer: James Ellroy

Is he conservative? James Ellroy, the Demon Dog of American Crime Fiction once said "I am conservative by temperament. I disapprove of criminal activity. I am very solidly and markedly on the side of authority. The truth is I would rather err on the side of too much authority than too little."
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8. This author has sold millions of books, has been a politician, and has served time in jail for perjury. Who is this author of "Kane and Abel," "Not a Penny More, Not a Penny Less," and "A Prisoner of Birth"?

Answer: Jeffrey Archer

Jeffrey Archer, or Baron Archer of Weston-super-Mare, was a British Parliament member in the early 70s and the mid 80s. After his first term in Parliament, Archer turned to writing and became very wealthy. He later served time in prison (2001-2003) for perjury in a 1987 libel court case concerning his paying a prostitute. Is he conservative? He was deputy chairperson of the Conservative Party from 1985-1986 before scandal led to his resignation. Archer has twice been #1 on the New York Times Best Seller List.

9. This mystery writer has had Hollywood success with "True Crime" and "Don't Say a Word." Who is this author who has written "Mrs. White" (as Margaret Tracy) and "The Rain"?

Answer: Andrew Klavan

Is he conservative? Andrew Klavan has appeared as a political commentator on conservative outlets and has spoken on such subjects at "Why Conservatives Should Have Faith in the Arts" and "Conservatives Are Boobs When it Comes to Pop Culture."

10. You know the character Carrie Bradshaw. You know the television show and movies "Sex and the City." Who is the author of the novels "Lipstick Jungle," "The Carrie Diaries," and, of course, "Sex and the City"?

Answer: Candace Bushnell

Similar to the television show, Candace Bushnell wrote humorous articles in the "New York Observes" about her dating life. These collected articles became "Sex and the City." Is she a conservative? Well, when her politics are described, she is called a lifelong Republican, and she reportedly has nice things to say about George W. Bush.

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Right Makes Write Trivia Quiz

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