Tony Black is a distinguished author, best known for his award-winning journalism and bestselling mystery fiction. Born in Australia, Black spent much of his childhood in Ireland and Scotland, which has greatly influenced his writing. He has received the honor of being Irvine Welsh's favorite British crime fiction author, which is a testament to the quality of his work.
With over twenty books to his name, Black has established himself as a prolific and accomplished writer. His most recent title is "The Lock-In," an anthology of short stories. His novel, "The Last Tiger," was a runner-up in The Guardian's Not the Booker Prize, further demonstrating his skill as a writer. Black's crime fiction, published by Penguin Random House, has been nominated for eight CWA Daggers, a prestigious award in the crime fiction genre. His groundbreaking Gus Dury series has been particularly well-received, with Trainspotting author Irvine Welsh declaring that Tony Black is his favorite British crime writer and Gus Dury is the genre's most interesting protagonist.
In addition to his work as a writer, Black is also a talented artist, selling his work worldwide. His art can be found at Tony Black Arts and Saatchi Art, where he has built a reputation as a highly regarded and sought-after artist. Despite his success, Black remains committed to his journalism roots and still writes for the press regularly.