Chris Hauty is an accomplished American author, best known for his thriller novels and his work as a screenwriter. After graduating from Reed College in Portland, Oregon, Hauty moved to New York to pursue a career in writing. While in New York, he supported himself by working as a bike messenger and graphic artist, and had several of his plays produced Off-Off-Broadway. These early experiences in the theater would later prove to be formative for Hauty, as he would continue to draw upon his background in storytelling throughout his career.
Hauty's big break as a writer came when he sold his first screenplay, "Don Coyote," to 20th Century Fox. This success prompted Hauty to move to Hollywood, where he would spend more than three decades working as a screenwriter. During this time, he worked in nearly all genres and with every major movie studio, collaborating with a diverse range of professionals from Jessica Alba to Mel Gibson. Hauty's versatility and adaptability as a writer allowed him to thrive in the fast-paced and ever-changing world of Hollywood.
In recent years, Hauty has turned his attention to writing thriller novels, and has quickly gained a reputation as a master of the genre. He is best known for the "Hayley Chill Thriller" series, which has become a bestseller and established Hauty as a major voice in the world of thriller fiction. Despite his success in the world of novels, Hauty remains grounded by his experiences as a screenwriter, and continues to bring his unique perspective and storytelling ability to every project he undertakes.