Date of Birth: April 28, 1960
Zodiac Sign: Taurus
Biography
Ian Rankin is a Scottish crime writer, best known for his Inspector Rebus novels. Born on April 28, 1960, in Cardenden, Fife, Scotland, Rankin grew up in a working-class family and attended Beath High School before studying literature at the University of Edinburgh. Initially intending to pursue a career in academia, Rankin switched gears and began writing novels while still a student. His first novel, “The Flood,” was published in 1986, but it was his Inspector Rebus series, starting with “Knots and Crosses” in 1987, that brought him widespread acclaim and commercial success. Rankin’s Rebus series, set in Edinburgh, has won numerous awards and has been adapted for television. He has also written several standalone novels and short stories. In addition to his work as a novelist, Rankin has contributed to various anthologies, written screenplays, and served as a judge for literary awards. He was awarded an OBE (Order of the British Empire) in 2002 for services to literature.
5 Interesting Facts about Ian Rankin
1. Ian Rankin’s Inspector Rebus series has been translated into over 20 languages.
2. He wrote the first Rebus novel, “Knots and Crosses,” while he was supposed to be working on a Ph.D. thesis about Muriel Spark.
3. Rankin’s novels often explore social and political issues in contemporary Scotland.
4. He is a fan of music and has collaborated with several musicians, including Scottish rock band The Fun Lovin’ Crime Writers.
5. Rankin has served as the Writer-in-Residence at the University of Edinburgh.
5 Most Interesting Quotes from Ian Rankin
1. “I had no idea that Rebus would be a cop. I just started writing about this guy who seemed to be having a nervous breakdown.”
2. “I think Scotland has got a lot of stories to tell, and it’s got a lot of history that can be explored.”
3. “Crime fiction is a way of looking at society, a way of holding up a mirror to society.”
4. “I’m always looking at the darker side of life. The underbelly of society.”
5. “I keep finding new stories that need to be told.”
Highest Net Worth Achieved
Ian Rankin’s highest net worth is estimated to be around $10 million.
Children
Ian Rankin has two sons, Jack and Kit, with his wife, Miranda Harvey.
Relevant Links
1. [Official Ian Rankin Website](https://www.ianrankin.net
2. [Ian Rankin on Twitter](https://twitter.com/beathhigh
4. [Inspector Rebus on IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0163958/
