Roger Hobbs is an American author, best known for his suspense novels and the Jack White series. He was born in Portland, Oregon, and showed a passion for writing from a young age. By the time he was thirteen, he had already finished his first novel, which he used as a way to test his craft and build his skills. At nineteen, he had his first play produced, and at twenty, he had a publication in The New York Times.
Hobbs attended Reed College in Portland, Oregon, where he studied ancient languages, film noir, and literary theory. It was during his senior year that he wrote his debut novel, Ghostman, which he sent to publishers on the very day he graduated. His early success was rapid and immense, with his first novel opening to critical acclaim worldwide in 2013. The following year, he released the sequel, Vanishing Games, which was also well-received.
In 2014, Hobbs was nominated for the Edgar Award for Best First Novel by an American Author. He was known for his ability to maintain suspense, which he developed during his time in college, where he studied the works of Edgar Allan Poe. His novels, Ghostman and Vanishing Games, were published by Corgi and Knopf, respectively.
Hobbs lived in China for some time, where he continued to write and hone his craft. He had a gift for creating high-stakes plot-lines, drawing readers in with his well-crafted characterizations and keeping them on the edge of their seats. His novels were not only commercially successful but also critically acclaimed, earning him respect from his peers and contemporaries.
Tragically, Hobbs died of a drug overdose at the age of 28. Despite his short life, he left behind a legacy as a leading figure in the industry and a shining example of the genre. His work continues to inspire and entertain readers worldwide.