Dave Warner is a highly acclaimed Australian author, musician, and songwriter. He is best known for his mystery and thriller novels, particularly the Dan Clement & Snowy Lane series, the Charlotte and the Starlet series, and the Andrew Zirk series. Warner has also penned several standalone novels and a collection of short stories in collaboration with other authors. Apart from his successful writing career, Warner has also gained recognition in the music industry as a songwriter and musician. He was particularly famous in the late 1970s and was recognized by Bob Dylan as one of his favorite Australian artists. Warner was also a member of Australia's first punk band, Pus, and later formed Dave Warner's from the Suburbs.
Warner's music is known for its distinctively Australian style, which he labels as "suburban rock." His songs express a clear vision of Australia and its culture, and he is considered an influential figure in the Australian music scene. Warner's feature films, including the cult-horror CUT and GARAGE DAYS, have also received critical acclaim. He has worked on several TV projects, including writing and editing for McLeod's Daughters and scripts for PACKED TO THE RAFTERS. Warner's writing style is highly regarded in the industry, and he has won several awards, including the 1996 WA Premier’s Award for Fiction and the 2016 Ned Kelly winner of Best Australian Crime Fiction.