Frank Tallis is a renowned British author, known for his historical mystery and horror novels, as well as his non-fiction books. Born in London on September 1, 1958, Tallis completed his graduation from the London University and obtained his Ph.D in the field of psychology. He began teaching neuroscience and clinical psychology to the students of King's College in London, a position he still holds today. In addition to his work as an author and educator, Tallis is also a clinical psychologist who has published over 30 scientific papers in international journals and has written a textbook on OCD.
Tallis is perhaps best known for his Liebermann Papers series, which he began publishing in 2005. The series, which is set in imperial Vienna prior to World War One, features the chief character Oskar Rheinhardt, a Vienna policeman, who is assisted by his friend and popular psychiatrist, Max Leibermann. Tallis' experience as a clinical psychologist and his knowledge of human behavior are evident in his writing, as he skillfully weaves historical events and personalities into the narratives of the series. In addition to the Liebermann Papers, Tallis has also written several standalone novels under the pen name F.R. Tallis.
Tallis is a prolific writer, having published over 30 scientific papers, several non-fiction books, and numerous novels. He has received several awards for his writing, including a Writers' Award from the Arts Council of Great Britain in 1999 and the New London Writers' Award in 2000. His novel Mortal Mischief was shortlisted for the Ellis Peters Historical Dagger Award in 2005, and his novel Fatal Lies was longlisted for the International Thriller Writers’ Best Paperback Award in 2010. Tallis' writing is known for its intricate plots, rich historical details, and complex characters. His works have been translated into fourteen languages and have been adapted for television as the internationally successful TV series Vienna Blood.