Tim Bowler

Tim Bowler, a renowned author, was born in Leigh-on-Sea in 1953. His academic journey led him to study Swedish and Scandinavian Studies at the University of East Anglia. Before transitioning to a full-time writing career in 1994, Bowler explored various professions, showcasing his diverse background and experiences. \n \nKnown as one of the UK's most captivating writers for teenagers, Tim Bowler has crafted an impressive literary career. With twenty books to his name and fifteen awards, including the esteemed Carnegie Medal for "River Boy," Bowler's contributions to literature have been widely recognized. His recent novel, "Bloodchild," exemplifies his gripping storytelling style, while his Blade series is acclaimed as a groundbreaking work of fiction. \n \nResiding in a quaint village in Devon with his wife, Tim Bowler's writing sanctuary is an old stone outhouse affectionately referred to as 'Tim's Bolthole' by friends. His ability to delve into the realm of psychological thrillers has earned him the title of 'the master of the psychological thriller' by the Sunday Telegraph. Additionally, he is hailed as 'one of the truly individual voices in British teenage fiction' by the Independent, solidifying his unique and impactful presence in the literary world.
Blade Books
# Title Year
1 Playing Dead 2008
2 Closing In 2008
3 Breaking Free 2008
4 Running Scared 2009
5 Fighting Back 2009
6 Mixing It 2010
7 Cutting Loose 2010
8 Risking All 2010
Standalone Novels
# Title Year
1 Midget 1994
2 Dragon's Rock 1995
3 River Boy 1997
4 Shadows 1999
5 Storm Catchers 2001
6 Starseeker 2002
7 Apocalypse 2004
8 Blood on Snow 2004
9 Firmament 2004
10 Walking with the Dead 2005
11 Frozen Fire 2006
12 Bloodchild 2008
13 Buried Thunder 2011
14 Sea of Whispers 2013
15 Night Runner 2014
16 Game Changer 2015
Non-Fiction Books
# Title Year
1 Symfony 1.3 Web Application Development 2009