Robert Parker

Rob Parker is a British author known for his gripping thrillers and noir fiction. He is the creator of the Ben Bracken series, which includes "A Wanted Man" and "Morte Point," as well as standalone novels such as the post-Brexit country-noir "Crook’s Hollow" and the Audible bestseller "Far From The Tree." His works blend suspense, rural settings, and dark themes, earning him recognition in the crime and thriller genres.

Parker draws inspiration from his rural life in Warrington, UK, where he writes full-time while balancing family commitments. His writing often explores gritty, suspenseful narratives, reflecting his passion for storytelling. Beyond his literary career, he actively engages in charity boxing and promotes literacy by visiting schools across Northern England to encourage creative writing and a love for literature. Additionally, Parker co-hosts the "For Your Reconsideration" film podcast and frequently appears on "The Blood Brothers Crime Podcast," further establishing his presence in the crime fiction community.
Ben Bracken Books (as Rob Parker)
# Title Year
1 Ben Bracken: Origins 2013
2 A Wanted Man / The Baby and the Brandy 2014
3 Morte Point / Apex 2020
4 The Penny Black 2020
5 Till Morning is Nigh 2020
6 The Watchman 2021
Cam Killick Norfolk Mysteries Books (as Rob Parker)
# Title Year
1 The Troubled Deep 2025
Thirty Miles Books (as Rob Parker)
# Title Year
1 Far From the Tree 2021
2 And Your Enemies Closer 2023
3 The Only Truly Dead 2023
Standalone Novels
# Title Year
1 Crook's Hollow 2018
Robert Parker Anthologies
# Title Year
1 An Unnecessary Assassin 2023