Artemus Root

Artemus Root is an Essex-based author of contemporary comedy novels about ordinary people caught in extraordinary situations. Blending eccentric characters, witty dialogue, unexpected twists, mystery and romance, his stories are page-turning reads with plenty of heart and humour.

Inspired by the great comedy writers of the past and today's best comic storytellers, Artemus enjoys exploring the absurdities of everyday life and turning them into unforgettable adventures. Many of the funniest moments in his books begin as observations scribbled into the notebook he carries everywhere.

When he's not writing novels, Artemus works on comedy screenplays, continuing his lifelong fascination with humour, storytelling and the characters we meet along the way.

If you enjoy quirky, character-driven fiction with humour, mystery, unexpected twists and satisfying endings, you'll feel right at home in an Artemus Root novel.