Richard Common (born October 14th 1971) is a British author known for his acclaimed debut novel RED , which has garnered widespread praise and is currently in development as a television series.[1][2]

Richard Common
Born (1971-10-14) October 14, 1971 (age 53)
OccupationAuthor
Known forWriting Books and Television
Notable workRED
Height6”7
PartnerJanet Common (2002–present)
Children2

Early Life and Background

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Common was born on October 14th 1971 but was orphaned at a young age. Despite the adversity he faced, Common discovered solace and purpose in writing. His parents' deaths left an indelible mark on him, symbolized by the color red, which became a recurring motif in his work.[3]

Career

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Common's writing career began with the publication of his debut novel RED, which received critical acclaim[4]. The novel explored themes such as loss, resilience, and the power of love resonated with readers, establishing Common as a formidable literary talent.[5][6]

RED is currently being adapted into a television series for Netflix.[7]

Personal Life

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In 2002, Common married his wife Janet. Together, they have two children.

References

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  1. ^ "Richard Pickles Common". www.goodreads.com. Retrieved 2024-05-09.
  2. ^ "Common, Richard Pickles books - All books by Common, Richard Pickles author | BookScouter.com". bookscouter.com. Retrieved 2024-06-30.
  3. ^ "RED". Goodreads. Retrieved 2024-06-30.
  4. ^ Common, Richard Pickles (2023-12-06). RED. Independently published. ISBN 979-8-8681-4616-9.
  5. ^ "9798868146169: RED | BookScouter.com". bookscouter.com. Retrieved 2024-06-30.
  6. ^ "A quote from RED". www.goodreads.com. Retrieved 2024-06-30.
  7. ^ "Richard Common | Writer, Producer". IMDb. Retrieved 2024-05-09.