Gerald Hansen

Gerald Hansen is a bestselling author and member of the Mystery Writers of America and the Crime Writers Association. Known for his crime fiction and travel writing, he achieved early recognition when his debut novel, "An Embarrassment of Riches," became a semifinalist in the 2011 ABNA awards. His popular "Derry Murder Mysteries" series has topped multiple charts, including #1 Police Procedural and #1 International Mystery & Suspense. Hansen also explores lighter themes in his "Derry Women Series" and chronicles his global adventures in the travelogue series "Around the World with Jet Lag Jerry."

Born into a military family, Hansen's upbringing spanned continents, from Thailand to Iceland, with stops in Germany, California, and his mother's hometown of Derry, Northern Ireland. He studied at Dublin City University and later lived in London and Berlin before settling in New York City. His international experiences inform his writing, blending gritty crime narratives with dark humor and cultural insights. Beyond writing, Hansen enjoys spicy food, Ben Sherman fashion, and continuous world travel.