T.R. Pearson

Τ.R. Pearson is an American author, who was born in Winston-Salem, North Carolina. He is known for his ability to write under different names, with T.R. Pearson and Rick Gavin being his most prominent pen names. Under his own name, he has written seventeen novels and four works of non-fiction, including "A Short History of a Small Place," "Cry Me A River," "Jerusalem Gap," and "Seaworthy." Additionally, he has written three novels under the pseudonym Rick Gavin, namely "Ranchero," "Beluga," and "Nowhere Nice."

Pearson's writing has received critical acclaim, with "A Short History of a Small Place" being a notable example. The novel, which was his first, was well-received and established his reputation as a talented author. His works often explore the lives of complex and intriguing characters, set against the backdrop of small-town America. Pearson's ability to create vivid and engaging narratives has earned him a loyal following of readers who appreciate his unique storytelling style.

In addition to his work as a novelist, Pearson has also written several feature film and TV scripts, as well as ghostwritten several other books, both fiction and non-fiction. This versatility highlights his skill as a writer and his ability to adapt his talents to different mediums and genres. Despite his success, Pearson remains a private individual, preferring to let his work speak for itself and shying away from the spotlight.
Neely Books
# Title Year
1 A Short History of a Small Place 1985
2 Off for the Sweet Hereafter 1986
3 The Last of How It Was 1987
4 Call and Response 1989
5 Glad News of the Natural World 2005
Ray Tatum Mysteries Books
# Title Year
1 Cry Me a River 1993
2 Blue Ridge 2000
3 Polar 2002
4 Warwolf 2011
5 First In Flight 2015
6 Brigade 2018
Standalone Novels
# Title Year
1 Gospel Hour 1991
2 True Cross 2003
3 Seaworthy 2006
4 Red Scare 2008
5 Jerusalem Gap 2010
6 East Jesus South 2014
7 Low Lords 2016
8 Theory of the Case 2017
9 Serpent Of Old 2019
10 Sleepaway 2019
11 Confederate States 2020
12 Devil Up 2021
13 Joy To The Just 2022