John Bowie

John Bowie is a British writer born in the wilds of Northumberland, Northern England. He studied in Manchester during the gritty, music-fueled ‘90s—a time and place that continues to inspire his writing. John is the author of acclaimed poetry, gritty noir novels, and evocative short stories that explore the darker edges of life and literature.

Now based in Bristol, U.K., he is the founder and editor-in-chief of Bristol Noir, a platform that champions neo-noir and crime fiction from bold voices around the world. His work blends visceral storytelling with poetic intensity, often set against backdrops of industrial decay, underground culture, and the haunted corners of British cities.