Bill Rogers is a well-known English author who specializes in writing crime thriller novels. He is best recognized for his DCI Tom Caton series, which is set in Manchester, his hometown. Rogers' unique perspective and familiarity with the city allow him to create authentic and engaging stories that keep readers on the edge of their seats.
Prior to becoming an author, Rogers had a successful career in education. He served as the Principal Inspector of Schools for the City of Manchester, Head of the Manchester School Improvement Service, a Fellow and judge of the Teaching Awards, and a AAA Javelin Coach. In addition to his work in education, Rogers also worked as a programme consultant and panelist on the ITV television show "Which Way" for four years.
Rogers began his writing career in 2009 with the release of his debut novel, "The Cleansing." Since then, he has written a total of eleven crime thriller novels, as well as a young adult crossover book, a short stories anthology, and a novella. His first book was nominated for a Long Barn Debut Book Award and won the Publishing Consortium Writers prize. The fourth book in his career reached the semi-final of the Amazon Breakthrough Book Award in 2009. All of Rogers' novels are part of the DCI Tom Caton series, which features Caton and his team solving criminal cases and dealing with criminals in Manchester. The series combines elements of crime thrillers and police procedurals, making it a popular choice among readers of both genres. Today, Rogers continues to reside in Greater Manchester.