It was from this he would go on to create his first novel titled Blue Water, Green Skipper in 1977, telling the true story of his transatlantic trip the previous year. Originally working as a sailor, Woods would gain the attention of publishers with his first-hand experience of participating in the ‘Original Single-Handed Transatlantic Race’, or OSTAR, providing accounts of his nautical knowledge. Working in advertising prior to becoming a novelist full-time, he’s got a direct and engaging style of writing that immediately grabs the reader’s attention.
There would be many characters like this, including his ‘Holly Barker’ and ‘Rick Barron’ novels, along with his books written with fellow mystery writer Parnell Hall, such as ‘Teddy Fay’ and ‘Herbie Fisher’. Perhaps best known of these is his Stone Barrington protagonist, working in a law firm, as he’s independently minded and driven towards fighting for justice, having formerly been a detective who constantly disagreed with his superiors. As an Amazon Associate I earn money from qualifying purchasesĪ New York Times bestselling author of mystery and thriller novels, the American writer Stuart Woods has created a vast and extensive backlog of work, complete with a range of colorful and iconic characters.
