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ⓘ About Martyn Waites
Martyn Waites is a renowned actor and writer hailing from the United Kingdom. He is best known for writing hard-boiled fiction novels of mystery, thriller, and suspense genres. The popular book series written by him include the Stephen Larkin series, Tom Killgannon series, and Joe Donovan series. Additionally, Waites has penned a couple of standalone novels and a nonfiction book called Great Lost Albums in collaboration with authors such as David Quantick, Stav Sherez, and Mark Billingham. Author Waites was born in Newcastle upon Tyne in 1963 and was brought up in his hometown. During the post-university years, Waites was involved in selling leather coats, doing stand-up comedy, and waiting tables in pubs. He started pursuing a career on the stage following a stint in a drama school. Rising to prominence with the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, Martyn Waites has since expanded their repertoire to include numerous successful works across various genres. Their writing style, characterized by compelling narratives and memorable characters, has earned them a dedicated global readership with millions of fans worldwide.
📚 All Book Series by Martyn Waites
The Mercy Seat
The Mercy Seat is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Joe Donovan Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Martyn Waites have come to expect.
Bone Machine
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Joe Donovan Books with Bone Machine, another outstanding contribution from Martyn Waites.
White Riot
White Riot continues the Publication Order of Joe Donovan Books story arc with Martyn Waites's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Speak No Evil
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Joe Donovan Books with Speak No Evil, another outstanding contribution from Martyn Waites.
Mary's Prayer
Mary's Prayer is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Stephen Larkin Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Martyn Waites have come to expect.
Little Triggers
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Stephen Larkin Books with Little Triggers, another outstanding contribution from Martyn Waites.
Candleland
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Stephen Larkin Books with Candleland, another outstanding contribution from Martyn Waites.
Born Under Punches
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Stephen Larkin Books with Born Under Punches, another outstanding contribution from Martyn Waites.
The Old Religion
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Tom Killgannon Books with The Old Religion, another outstanding contribution from Martyn Waites.
The Sinner
The Sinner continues the Publication Order of Tom Killgannon Books story arc with Martyn Waites's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Gravedigger's Song
The Gravedigger's Song is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Tom Killgannon Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Martyn Waites have come to expect.
The Woman in Black: Angel of Death
A gripping mystery unfolds in The Woman in Black: Angel of Death as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of The Woman in Black Books series showcases Martyn Waites's mastery of suspense.
The White Room
The White Room is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Martyn Waites have come to expect.
San Francisco Noir
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books with San Francisco Noir, another outstanding contribution from Martyn Waites.
Seattle Noir
Seattle Noir continues the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books story arc with Martyn Waites's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Bronx Noir
Bronx Noir is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Martyn Waites have come to expect.
Brooklyn Noir
Brooklyn Noir continues the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books story arc with Martyn Waites's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Hasidic Noir
Hasidic Noir is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Martyn Waites have come to expect.
Brooklyn Noir 2
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books with Brooklyn Noir 2, another outstanding contribution from Martyn Waites.
Chicago Noir
Chicago Noir is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Martyn Waites have come to expect.
Dublin Noir
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books with Dublin Noir, another outstanding contribution from Martyn Waites.
Manhattan Noir
Manhattan Noir continues the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books story arc with Martyn Waites's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Miami Noir
Miami Noir continues the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books story arc with Martyn Waites's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
D.C. Noir
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books with D.C. Noir, another outstanding contribution from Martyn Waites.
Baltimore Noir
Baltimore Noir continues the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books story arc with Martyn Waites's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Twin Cities Noir
Twin Cities Noir continues the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books story arc with Martyn Waites's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
London Noir
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books with London Noir, another outstanding contribution from Martyn Waites.
New Orleans Noir
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books with New Orleans Noir, another outstanding contribution from Martyn Waites.
Los Angeles Noir
Los Angeles Noir continues the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books story arc with Martyn Waites's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Wall Street Noir
Wall Street Noir continues the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books story arc with Martyn Waites's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Havana Noir
Havana Noir continues the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books story arc with Martyn Waites's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Detroit Noir
Detroit Noir continues the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books story arc with Martyn Waites's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Queens Noir
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books with Queens Noir, another outstanding contribution from Martyn Waites.
Brooklyn Noir 3: Nothing But the Truth
Brooklyn Noir 3: Nothing But the Truth continues the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books story arc with Martyn Waites's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Toronto Noir
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books with Toronto Noir, another outstanding contribution from Martyn Waites.
Las Vegas Noir
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books with Las Vegas Noir, another outstanding contribution from Martyn Waites.
Trinidad Noir
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books with Trinidad Noir, another outstanding contribution from Martyn Waites.
D.C. Noir 2
D.C. Noir 2 continues the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books story arc with Martyn Waites's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Manhattan Noir 2
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books with Manhattan Noir 2, another outstanding contribution from Martyn Waites.
Paris Noir
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books with Paris Noir, another outstanding contribution from Martyn Waites.
Istanbul Noir
Istanbul Noir is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Martyn Waites have come to expect.
Boston Noir
Boston Noir is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Martyn Waites have come to expect.
Rome Noir
Rome Noir is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Martyn Waites have come to expect.
San Francisco Noir 2
San Francisco Noir 2 is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Martyn Waites have come to expect.
Portland Noir
Portland Noir is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Martyn Waites have come to expect.
Delhi Noir
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books with Delhi Noir, another outstanding contribution from Martyn Waites.
Phoenix Noir
Phoenix Noir is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Martyn Waites have come to expect.
Los Angeles Noir 2
Los Angeles Noir 2 is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Martyn Waites have come to expect.
Mexico City Noir
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books with Mexico City Noir, another outstanding contribution from Martyn Waites.
Richmond Noir
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books with Richmond Noir, another outstanding contribution from Martyn Waites.
Orange County Noir
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books with Orange County Noir, another outstanding contribution from Martyn Waites.
Indian Country Noir
Indian Country Noir is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Martyn Waites have come to expect.
Moscow Noir
Moscow Noir is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Martyn Waites have come to expect.
Lone Star Noir
Lone Star Noir is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Martyn Waites have come to expect.
Philadelphia Noir
Philadelphia Noir is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Martyn Waites have come to expect.
Haiti Noir
Haiti Noir continues the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books story arc with Martyn Waites's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Copenhagen Noir
Copenhagen Noir continues the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books story arc with Martyn Waites's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Pittsburgh Noir
Pittsburgh Noir is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Martyn Waites have come to expect.
San Diego Noir
San Diego Noir continues the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books story arc with Martyn Waites's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Barcelona Noir
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books with Barcelona Noir, another outstanding contribution from Martyn Waites.
Cape Cod Noir
Cape Cod Noir continues the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books story arc with Martyn Waites's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
New Jersey Noir
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books with New Jersey Noir, another outstanding contribution from Martyn Waites.
Staten Island Noir
Staten Island Noir is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Martyn Waites have come to expect.
Mumbai Noir
Mumbai Noir is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Martyn Waites have come to expect.
Long Island Noir
Long Island Noir is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Martyn Waites have come to expect.
Venice Noir
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books with Venice Noir, another outstanding contribution from Martyn Waites.
Kingston Noir
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books with Kingston Noir, another outstanding contribution from Martyn Waites.
St. Petersburg Noir
St. Petersburg Noir is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Martyn Waites have come to expect.
Kansas City Noir
Kansas City Noir continues the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books story arc with Martyn Waites's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Boston Noir 2
Boston Noir 2 continues the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books story arc with Martyn Waites's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
USA Noir
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books with USA Noir, another outstanding contribution from Martyn Waites.
Manila Noir
Manila Noir continues the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books story arc with Martyn Waites's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Buffalo Noir
Buffalo Noir continues the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books story arc with Martyn Waites's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Dallas Noir
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books with Dallas Noir, another outstanding contribution from Martyn Waites.
Haiti Noir 2
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books with Haiti Noir 2, another outstanding contribution from Martyn Waites.
Singapore Noir
Singapore Noir is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Martyn Waites have come to expect.
Prison Noir
Prison Noir is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Martyn Waites have come to expect.
Tel Aviv Noir
Tel Aviv Noir is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Martyn Waites have come to expect.
Tehran Noir
Tehran Noir is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Martyn Waites have come to expect.
Belfast Noir
Belfast Noir is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Martyn Waites have come to expect.
Helsinki Noir
Helsinki Noir continues the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books story arc with Martyn Waites's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Rio Noir
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books with Rio Noir, another outstanding contribution from Martyn Waites.
Providence Noir
Providence Noir is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Martyn Waites have come to expect.
Chicago Noir: The Classics
Chicago Noir: The Classics continues the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books story arc with Martyn Waites's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Memphis Noir
Memphis Noir is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Martyn Waites have come to expect.
Zagreb Noir
Zagreb Noir is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Martyn Waites have come to expect.
Marseille Noir
Marseille Noir is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Martyn Waites have come to expect.
Beirut Noir
Beirut Noir continues the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books story arc with Martyn Waites's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
New Orleans Noir: The Classics
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books with New Orleans Noir: The Classics, another outstanding contribution from Martyn Waites.
Stockholm Noir
Stockholm Noir is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Martyn Waites have come to expect.
Brussels Noir
Brussels Noir is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Martyn Waites have come to expect.
Mississippi Noir
Mississippi Noir is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Martyn Waites have come to expect.
St. Louis Noir
St. Louis Noir is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Martyn Waites have come to expect.
Prague Noir
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books with Prague Noir, another outstanding contribution from Martyn Waites.
San Juan Noir
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books with San Juan Noir, another outstanding contribution from Martyn Waites.
Oakland Noir
Oakland Noir continues the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books story arc with Martyn Waites's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Trinidad Noir: The Classics
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books with Trinidad Noir: The Classics, another outstanding contribution from Martyn Waites.
Atlanta Noir
Atlanta Noir continues the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books story arc with Martyn Waites's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
New Haven Noir
New Haven Noir is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Martyn Waites have come to expect.
Montana Noir
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books with Montana Noir, another outstanding contribution from Martyn Waites.
Buenos Aires Noir
Buenos Aires Noir continues the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books story arc with Martyn Waites's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Montreal Noir
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books with Montreal Noir, another outstanding contribution from Martyn Waites.
Berlin Noir
Berlin Noir is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Martyn Waites have come to expect.
São Paulo Noir
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books with São Paulo Noir, another outstanding contribution from Martyn Waites.
Santa Cruz Noir
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books with Santa Cruz Noir, another outstanding contribution from Martyn Waites.
Lagos Noir
Lagos Noir continues the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books story arc with Martyn Waites's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Marrakech Noir
Marrakech Noir is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Martyn Waites have come to expect.
Baghdad Noir
Baghdad Noir is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Martyn Waites have come to expect.
Vancouver Noir
Vancouver Noir is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Martyn Waites have come to expect.
Sydney Noir
Sydney Noir is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Martyn Waites have come to expect.
Hong Kong Noir
Hong Kong Noir is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Martyn Waites have come to expect.
Amsterdam Noir
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books with Amsterdam Noir, another outstanding contribution from Martyn Waites.
Milwaukee Noir
Milwaukee Noir is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Martyn Waites have come to expect.
Houston Noir
Houston Noir continues the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books story arc with Martyn Waites's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Nairobi Noir
Nairobi Noir is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Martyn Waites have come to expect.
Columbus Noir
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books with Columbus Noir, another outstanding contribution from Martyn Waites.
Santa Fe Noir
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books with Santa Fe Noir, another outstanding contribution from Martyn Waites.
Alabama Noir
Alabama Noir is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Martyn Waites have come to expect.
Berkeley Noir
Berkeley Noir continues the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books story arc with Martyn Waites's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Addis Ababa Noir
Addis Ababa Noir continues the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books story arc with Martyn Waites's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Tampa Bay Noir
Tampa Bay Noir is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Martyn Waites have come to expect.
Miami Noir: The Classics
Miami Noir: The Classics is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Martyn Waites have come to expect.
Accra Noir
Accra Noir continues the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books story arc with Martyn Waites's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Belgrade Noir
Belgrade Noir is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Martyn Waites have come to expect.
Palm Springs Noir
Palm Springs Noir is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Martyn Waites have come to expect.
Paris Noir: The Suburbs
Paris Noir: The Suburbs is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Martyn Waites have come to expect.
Denver Noir
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books with Denver Noir, another outstanding contribution from Martyn Waites.
South Central Noir
South Central Noir continues the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books story arc with Martyn Waites's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Cleveland Noir
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books with Cleveland Noir, another outstanding contribution from Martyn Waites.
East Jerusalem Noir
East Jerusalem Noir is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Martyn Waites have come to expect.
West Jerusalem Noir
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books with West Jerusalem Noir, another outstanding contribution from Martyn Waites.
Honolulu Noir
Honolulu Noir is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Martyn Waites have come to expect.
Sacramento Noir
Sacramento Noir is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Martyn Waites have come to expect.
Hamburg Noir
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books with Hamburg Noir, another outstanding contribution from Martyn Waites.
Uncage Me
Uncage Me is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Martyn Waites have come to expect.
? Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Martyn Waites?
Martyn Waites is a bestselling author known for 7 book series containing over 135 books. Popular series include Publication Order of Joe Donovan Books, Publication Order of Stephen Larkin Books, Publication Order of Tom Killgannon Books. Their work spans multiple genres and has captivated millions of readers worldwide.
What is the best Martyn Waites series to start with?
For readers new to Martyn Waites's work, the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series is the ideal entry point. It showcases the author's signature style and contains 121 books. Begin with San Francisco Noir to start from the very beginning.
How many books has Martyn Waites written?
Martyn Waites has written over 135 books across 7 series. This prolific output covers multiple genres, making them one of the most versatile authors in contemporary fiction.
Should I read Martyn Waites books in order?
Yes, reading Martyn Waites's series in publication order is strongly recommended. Most series feature evolving character arcs, ongoing story threads, and references to earlier events that are most rewarding when experienced in sequence. Our complete reading order guides are listed above.
What genre does Martyn Waites write in?
Martyn Waites writes primarily in fiction. With 7 series across 135 books, the author has explored a wide range of themes and storytelling approaches throughout their career.
Are Martyn Waites's books standalone or must they be read as a series?
Most of Martyn Waites's books are part of ongoing series and deliver the most satisfying experience when read in order. However, several standalone novels and short story collections provide excellent entry points without requiring prior knowledge of other series.
What is Martyn Waites's most popular book?
Based on reader reviews and sales data, Martyn Waites's most celebrated works come from the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series. The first book, San Francisco Noir, is widely considered the ideal starting point and consistently receives outstanding reader ratings.