Since the publication of his first short story fifty years ago, ROBERT BLOCH has written two dozen novels and hundreds of short stories, including many which are now considered among the masterpieces of modern mystery and horror. His most famous novel, Psycho, was made into Hitchcock’s unforgettable film. His scenarios include several classic episodes of the “Thriller” and “Alfred Hitchcock Presents” television series. The most recent novel of his long and distinguished career was the bestselling Psycho II. Mr. Bloch is a past president of the Mystery Writers of America and makes his home in Los Angeles.