Rob (R. W.) Clinger writes full-time. He lives in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, among the three rivers. He makes regular trips to Erie and Buffalo, where many of his short stories, novellas, and novels take place. His writing genres include: mystery, straight/gay romance, and thrillers. He does write poetry in his spare time, which is just for fun. His hobbies include, photography, football, and birdwatching. His novels include THE POOL BOY, SOFT ON THE EYES, THE WEEKENDER, JUST A BOY, THE DRUFTER, and SKIN TOUR.