Ridley Pearson

Ridley Pearson is an accomplished American author, best known for his suspense and thriller novels, as well as his children's adventure books. With over fifty novels to his name, Pearson has established himself as a prolific writer in the industry. His adult novels include the Walt Fleming series, Chris Klick series, and the Lou Boldt and Daphne Matthews series. Pearson's work is widely recognized and has earned him a New York Times bestseller status.

　In addition to his crime series, Pearson has also ventured into children's literature. His daughter's question about how Peter Pan met Captain Hook inspired him to team up with Dave Barry to start a Peter Pan prequel series. Pearson's ability to write for both adult and child audiences demonstrates his versatility as a writer.

　Pearson is also known for his involvement in the Rock Bottom Remainders, a rock band composed of various authors, including Stephen King, Dave Barry, Scott Turow, and Greg Iles. The band has raised over 2.5 million dollars for charities, showcasing Pearson's commitment to giving back to the community.

　Pearson has received numerous accolades for his work, including the Raymond Chandler/Fulbright Fellowship in Detective Fiction at Wadham College, Oxford University, making him the first American to receive this honor. His novel, The Diary of Ellen Rimbauer, was a New York Times #1 bestseller and was adapted into an ABC TV movie. Pearson's work has also been adapted for the stage, with Peter and the Starcatcher winning five Tonys for its Broadway run.