Howard Browne (April 15, 1908 – October 28, 1999) was an American science fiction editor and mystery writer.

Some of his work appeared over the pseudonyms John Evans, Alexander Blade, Lawrence Chandler, Ivar Jorgensen, and Lee Francis.

Beginning in 1942, Browne worked as managing editor for Ziff Davis publications on Amazing Stories and Fantastic Adventures, both under Raymond A. Palmer's editorship.

In Hollywood, Browne wrote for television shows including Maverick ("The Seventh Hand" with James Garner and Diane Brewster among nine other episodes), Ben Casey, and The Virginian.

In 1975 it was used as the basis for a first-season episode of The Rockford Files titled "Sleight of Hand."