Rob Parnell's Writing Academy

Rob Parnell has been teaching online since 2002, helping writers turn their passion into profit. As the proud founder of The Writing Academy, an online school dedicated to student success and authorial excellence, Rob has guided countless aspiring writers toward their dreams. With over thirty #1 best-selling books covering genre fiction, freelance writing, motivation, productivity, wealth-building, and even health and fitness, Rob knows what it takes to thrive as a creative professional. Whether it’s writing, composing music, or creating film projects, he speaks from experience—helping students navigate the path to success with his down-to-earth style and personal touch. Many say it feels like Rob knows them like a friend! A lifelong writer since the age of five, Rob writes every single day—without fail. His passion lies in thrillers, often with a supernatural edge, spanning short stories, novels, screenplays, and adult detective fiction. His works include the acclaimed Purge detective series and the Sherlock Holmes: Zombie Slayer books. Other novels include Heresy, Immortal Flame, Kindred and Willow. Beyond writing, Rob is also a musician, composer, singer, media producer, and budding filmmaker. He is ecstatically happy to be married to Robyn Opie Parnell, his soulmate and a best-selling children's author. Together, they live in a beautiful country farmhouse nestled within the stunning Flinders Ranges, surrounded by miles of untouched beauty—and their beloved pets: Wally the dog and their cats, Jessie and Iggy (so named because he’s “The Wild One”).