Order of William Golding Books
William Golding (1911-1993) was a British novelist, best known for his classic Lord of the Flies. He won the Nobel Prize for Literature in 1983. In addition to his novels, Golding also wrote plays, essays, reviews, short stories, poems and a travel book about Egypt. He challenged himself to diversify the subject matter of his novels. Golding died of a heart attack in Perranarworthal, Cornwall, England. He was survived by his wife and their two children, David and Judith. (more…)
Order of Sarah R. Shaber Books
Sarah R. Shaber is an American author of historical mystery and spy thriller novels. She writes the Professor Simon Shaw and Louise Pearlie series. The North Carolina author won the St. Martin’s Press/Malice Domestic Award best first traditional mystery for her novel Simon Said. (more…)
Order of Ryan Michele Books
Ryan Michele is an American author of contemporary, erotic, paranormal and new adult romance. She writes the Ravage MC series. Ryan loves creating characters and bringing them to life, in a world where anything is possible and at the same time giving readers twists they don’t see coming. It doesn’t matter whether she’s writing about bikers, shifters or the mafia, Ryan’s goal is to make sure her heroes and heroines are both strong. When not writing, Ryan is a wife and mother, who enjoys reading by the pond in the sun. She lives in Illinois. (more…)
Order of Ellie Avery Books
Ellie Avery is the protagonist in a series of cozy mystery novels by American novelist Sara Rosett. An Air Force wife, Ellie Avery is adept at packing and unpacking due to frequent moves. This qualifies her to be a professional organizer, but will it qualify her to be an amateur sleuth? (more…)
Order of Sara Rosett Books
Sara Rosett is an American author of mystery novels. She writes the Ellie Avery, On the Run and Murder on Location series. Sara was born and raised in Amarillo, Texas. She always enjoyed reading. Having received multiple scholarships, Sara attended Amarillo College – being named Outstanding English Major. She completed her English degree at Texas Tech University, graduating summa cum laude. Sara married an Air Force pilot, which has taken her to several states. (more…)
Order of Chris Allen Books
Chris Allen is an Australian author of action thriller novels. He writes the Intrepid series, featuring Alex Morgan. Chris is formerly a paratrooper, having served in three Commonwealth armies, retiring as Major. He also has served in law enforcement, leading security operations for an international aid agency in East Timor and took over protection of the Sydney Opera House when it was vandalized. Chris was appointed Sheriff of New South Wales in 1998 – a historic law enforcement appointment in Australia. He lives in Sydney, Australia with his wife, Sarah, and their two children. (more…)
Order of Robert Ryan Books
Robert Ryan is a British author of historical mystery novels. He writes the Morning, Noon and Night as well as the Dr. Watson series. Robert was born in Liverpool but moved to London when he was eighteen to attend university. He lectured in natural sciences for several years before moving into journalism in the mid-1980s, first with The Face and then the Dylan Jones-edited Arena. During this time, he also wrote for The Daily Telegraph, US GQ, US Conde Nast Traveler, Esquire and The Sunday Times. Robert Ryan lives in North London with his wife and three children. (more…)
Order of Rob Thomas Books
Rob Thomas is an American author, screenwriter and producer. He is the creator of Veronica Mars and co-creator of 90210, Party Down and iZombie. Prior to writing novels for young adults, Thomas taught journalism at John Marshall High School in San Antonio, Texas, and later at John H. Reagan High School in Austin, Texas. He also advised the University of Texas at Austin student magazine. (more…)
Order of Lucinda Riley Books
Lucinda Riley is an Irish author of historical and general fiction novels. She writes the Seven Sisters series – the television rights for which were purchased by producer Raffaella De Laurentiis. Lucinda was born in Ireland, but travelled a lot during her childhood – a lot of which was to the Far East to see her father. She ended up moving to London to work as an actress in film, theatre and television. Lucinda is married with four children and splits her time between Norfolk, England and the South of France. (more…)
Order of Gervase Phinn Books
Gervase Phinn is an English author of literary fiction, children’s and non-fiction books. After working as a teacher, Gervase became a school inspector and then Visiting Professor of Education at the University of Teesside. He has written various memoirs, poetry collections and multiple educational books. He is interested in children’s literature and literacy. He is married with four adult children. (more…)