S.J. Watson is an English author whose full name is Steven John Watson. He was born in Wordsley, a village near Stourbridge, West Midlands, and attended Buckpool School for his Ordinary level and King Edward VI College for his A levels. Watson’s writing style is characterized by psychological suspense and often explores themes of memory, identity, and deception. He deliberately avoids perceived "literary snobbery," preferring accessible and engaging narratives.
Watson gained significant recognition with his debut novel, "Before I Go to Sleep," which was adapted into a film starring Nicole Kidman and Colin Firth. He has since published several successful standalone novels and continues to write psychological thrillers known for their intricate plots and unreliable narrators.


