Matt Coyle

Matt Coyle is an accomplished American author, well-known for his crime thriller novels. He is best known for his Rick Cahill series, which has garnered critical acclaim and a loyal fanbase. Coyle's love for crime fiction began at the age of fourteen when his father gave him The Simple Art of Murder by Raymond Chandler. This introduction to the genre sparked a passion that would shape his writing career.

Coyle's works are not only critically acclaimed but also contain autobiographical and biographical elements. His formative years in La Jolla, California, have significantly influenced the characters in his novels. By drawing from his personal experiences, Coyle manages to create authentic and relatable characters that resonate with his readers. His ability to weave personal elements into his thrilling narratives is a testament to his skill as a storyteller.

Coyle's Rick Cahill series has won numerous awards, including the Anthony, Ben Franklin Silver, Foreword Reviews Book of the Year Silver, and San Diego Book Awards. His latest novel, WRONG LIGHT, was released in December 2018 and has been nominated for the Lefty Award. It has also been named a Bookreporter.com Top Pick for 2018. Coyle's books have also received nominations for the Macavity, Anthony, Shamus, and Lefty Awards, further highlighting his talent in the genre.

Currently, Coyle resides in San Diego, California, with his yellow Lab, Angus. He is writing the sixth novel in the Rick Cahill series. His dedication to the hard-boiled PI mysteries genre is unwavering, as evidenced by his impressive body of work. Readers can look forward to more gripping stories from this talented author in the future.