| Birth Day | November 3, 1942 |
| Birth Place | Reading, PA |
| Age | 81 YEARS OLD |
| Birth Sign | Scorpio |
Martin Cruz Smith is a highly esteemed novelist based in Pennsylvania, known for his remarkable storytelling skills and gripping suspense thrillers. With a net worth estimated to be $85 million in 2024, his extensive literary career has garnered both critical acclaim and commercial success. Smith's ability to craft intricate narratives and develop complex characters has captivated readers worldwide. His works have often been bestsellers, propelling his net worth to impressive heights. As one of the most recognized names in the literary world, Martin Cruz Smith continues to leave a lasting impact on the genre and enthrall audiences with his literary creations.
A popular mystery author, he is most recognized for his novels featuring Russian investigator Arkady Renko. He is also known for his 1977 novel, Nightwing, which was later adapted into a feature film.
He attended the University of Pennsylvania in the early 1960s, graduating with a degree in creative writing. In the mid-1960s, he began working as a journalist; he published his first literary work, The Indians Won, in 1970.
Canto for a Gypsy, his first mystery novel, was nominated for an Edgar Award in 1973.
He was born in Pennsylvania to a family of mixed Spanish, Senuca del Sur, Yaqui, and Pueblo ancestry. Born Martin william Smith, he wrote under several pen names, including Martin Cruz Smith, Nick Carter, Martin Quinn, and Jake Logan.
He and famed scientist Edmund Carpenter both studied at the University of Pennsylvania.
