Ace Atkins is an acclaimed American author and journalist, renowned for his work in crime fiction. A former newspaper reporter, Atkins has penned numerous bestselling novels, including continuations of Robert B. Parker's Spenser series.

Biography

Attribute	Details
Full Name	Ace Atkins
Date of Birth	June 28, 1970
Nationality	American
Profession	Journalist, Author
Career Milestone	He became a full-time novelist at the age of 30.

Early Life

Ace Atkins, an acclaimed New York Times bestselling author, was born in Troy, Alabama. He spent his early years in the Southern United States, which profoundly influenced his writing. Atkins attended Auburn University, where he not only excelled in academics but also made a name for himself as a football player. After his college years, he began his writing career as a crime beat reporter in Florida, which laid the foundation for his future success as a novelist. Today, Ace Atkins resides in rural Lafayette County, Mississippi, with his family and a pack of rescued canines, continuing to create gripping stories that captivate his readers.

Family

Name	Relationship	Information
Billy Atkins	Father	Billy Atkins is Ace Atkins' father. He played an influential role in Ace's upbringing and career. The family has a history in journalism and investigative reporting.
Doris Atkins	Mother	Doris Atkins is Ace Atkins' mother. She has been supportive of Ace's endeavors throughout his career. The details of her professional background are not widely publicized.
Angela Moore Atkins	Sister	Angela Moore Atkins is Ace Atkins' sister. Little is known about her professional background, but she is part of the close-knit Atkins family.

Height, Weight, And Other Body Measurements

Attribute	Measurement
Height	6'2″ (188 cm)
Weight	Not Available
Body Measurements	Not Available

Wife/husband / Girlfriend/boyfriend

As of the latest available information, Ace Atkins is married to Angela M. Atkins. They have been together for several years, and their marriage is known to be strong and supportive. Unfortunately, specific details about their marriage date and other personal information are not publicly available.

There is no public information available about Ace Atkins having any previous wives or girlfriends before his current marriage to Angela M. Atkins.

Angela M. Atkins is known to be a private individual who supports her husband's writing career. Specific details about her personal life, career, and other interests are not widely publicized, respecting their privacy.

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Career, Achievements And Controversies

Ace Atkins is an award-winning, New York Times bestselling author renowned for his crime novels. He gained prominence through his engaging storytelling and his ability to blend fact and fiction seamlessly. His works, especially the Quinn Colson series and the continuation of Robert B. Parker's Spenser series, have garnered significant acclaim.

Ace Atkins began his writing career as a crime beat reporter in Florida. His experience in journalism provided a strong foundation for his transition into fiction writing. He is the author of thirty novels, including eleven books in the Quinn Colson series and multiple true-crime novels. Some of his notable works include:

• The Ranger (Quinn Colson series)
• The Lost Ones (Quinn Colson series)
• Don't Let the Devil Ride
• Robert B. Parker's Spenser series

Ace Atkins' contributions to crime fiction have been recognized with multiple nominations and awards. Notably, he has been nominated for the Edgar Award twice for best novel. His masterful plotting, believable characters, and ability to mix fact and fiction have been widely praised.

While Ace Atkins' work has been largely celebrated, he has faced some criticism, particularly regarding his continuation of Robert B. Parker's Spenser series. Some critics and fans have compared his work to Parker's, noting differences in style and execution. As Otto Penzler noted in The Wall Street Journal, “Ace Atkins is a terrific writer, but he's no Robert B. Parker.” Despite this, Atkins has successfully made the series his own and gained a loyal following.

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