Ridley Pearson is an American author born on March 13, 1953, in Glen Cove, New York. He is renowned for his suspense, thriller, and adventure novels. Many of his works have graced The New York Times Best Seller list.

Besides novels for adults, Pearson has ventured into children's literature, showcasing his versatility. He co-authored the award-winning children's novels Peter and the Starcatchers, Peter and the Shadow Thieves, and Peter and the Secret of Rundoon with Dave Barry.

Pearson's repertoire includes more than fifty novels, such as the New York Times bestseller Killer Weekend and the Lou Boldt crime series. Additionally, he writes the Chris Klick mysteries under the pseudonym Wendell McCall.

Currently, he resides with his wife and two daughters, splitting their time between Missouri and Idaho.