Matthew Iden is a versatile author known for writing crime fiction, thrillers, fantasy, science fiction, horror, and contemporary literary fiction with a psychological twist. He is probably best known as the author of the Marty Singer hard-boiled detective novels, which frequently rank in Amazon’s Top 100 for Hard Boiled Detective and Mystery fiction. The series is published by Amazon imprint Thomas & Mercer.

An eclectic resume has given Iden inspiration for his works. He has held jobs with the US Postal Service, international non-profit groups, a short stint with the Forest Service in Sitka, Alaska, and time with the globe-spanning Semester at Sea program. Trips to Iceland, Patagonia, and Antarctica have also contributed to his creative process.

Iden currently lives in Alexandria, Virginia—near enough to the woods to keep his sanity, close enough to the Beltway to lose it. His "flagship" novels follow Marty Singer, a fifty-something retired homicide cop from Washington DC who, when not helping friends or righting wrongs, is dealing with a cancer diagnosis and a rocky love life. Each Singer book is a standalone mystery, but readers may enjoy watching Marty’s life change over time by reading the books in order.

Iden enjoys discussing the craft of writing, what works, and who’s exploring its edges. Readers can connect with him via his website or social media platforms.