Ed Robinson was a mystery and thriller author from Florida, best known for his "Trawler Trash" series of novels. Born in Florida, Robinson began his career as an editor and reporter for "The Smyrna Times," a weekly newspaper. He also contributed to "The Mariner Magazine," a Maryland-based publication that focused on fishing and boating.
After two decades of working for a major utility, Robinson decided to pursue his passion for boating and sailing. He left his job and began living on his boat with his wife, Kim. Their adventures on the water served as inspiration for the characters and settings in the "Trawler Trash" series. The couple lived and cruised on their boat in the Bahamas and Florida, where Robinson was able to observe and interact with a diverse range of people who would later become the basis for his fictional creations.
Robinson's debut novel, "Confessions of a Boat Bum," was published in 2014, and he went on to write over twenty-five novels across several series. His writing was informed by his extensive experiences on the water and his ability to bring the unique personalities and cultures of the boating world to life. Robinson passed away in 2020 after a battle with cancer. He died in his sleep at his home in Florida, where he lived with his wife. Despite his untimely death, Robinson's legacy as a talented and prolific author lives on through his many novels.