Tania Carver is the pseudonym of the British husband-and-wife writing team Martyn and Linda Waites. They are well-known authors of crime thriller novels, and have gained a significant following for their Brennan & Esposito series. The couple's decision to use a pen name allowed them to create a distinct identity for their collaborative work, while keeping their individual writing careers separate.
Prior to forming the writing team with his wife, Martyn Waites had already established himself as a novelist, writing under his own name. However, when one of his editors was looking for a British author who could write thrillers similar to Karin Slaughter or Tess Gerritsen, Martyn suggested that he was the right person for the job. As he began to work on the project, he encountered difficulties and found himself relying more and more on his wife Linda's input and assistance. Eventually, he invited her to become his co-author, and the two have been writing together ever since.
Although Tania Carver is a pseudonym, the couple's collaboration has proven to be highly successful. Their writing style blends the individual strengths and perspectives of both authors, resulting in a unique and engaging voice that has captivated readers around the world. By working together, Martyn and Linda Waites have been able to create thrilling and complex novels that keep readers on the edge of their seats, and have established themselves as a formidable team in the world of crime fiction.