Anthony Riches is a writer of military historical fiction, inspired by the stories of his grandfather and father, veterans of the First and Second World Wars. Tony’s Empire series and Centurion trilogy, of which there are now 17 books, is set in late 2nd Century AD Britain and Europe. He is also the author of two modern day thrillers, Nemesis and Target Zero, the first two books in the 'Protector' series.

 

Tony has a degree in Military Studies from Manchester University. He is a freelance project manager and has worked in the Middle and Far East, USA, Europe, and the UK over the last three decades. He lives in Hertfordshire with his wife, Helen and has three adult children.

 

Tony is Chairman of the Alderney Literary Festival and a Committee Member of the Historical Writers Association.