Robert T. Kelley
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Robert T. Kelley
@roberttkelley.bsky.social
Author | Change Agent | Entrepreneur

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December 31, 2025 at 4:13 PM
Before writing "Raven," I spent three decades in the tech world, building companies and watching the digital revolution unfold from the inside. That experience shaped the story behind my debut thriller, set in 1990s Cambridge at the dawn of the internet. https://bit.ly/45xSWTS
December 29, 2025 at 6:11 PM
Regattabar, a cornerstone of Boston’s jazz scene since 1985, makes an appearance in "Raven"! Tucked inside The Charles Hotel, this iconic club has hosted legends like Bo Diddley, Sonny Rollins and Herbie Hancock. https://bit.ly/3RddGaP
December 26, 2025 at 9:16 PM
From @Nicolebufkinfikes2 on TikTok:
"So excited that 'Raven' is finally out in the wild! Think 'Girl with the Dragon Tattoo' meets 'Hackers'. Amazing book and I’m more than honored to bring this book to life in audio. Also - huge congrats to the giveaway winners: Dee, Andrew B. and Ashley."
December 24, 2025 at 5:47 PM
Some reviews just get it — capturing the heart of "Raven" in a way that reminds me why I wrote it in the first place. Grateful for this one that highlights the tension and tangled worlds of academia, tech and espionage.

What did you think of "Raven"? Tell me on Goodreads: https://bit.ly/4nnQC6X
December 23, 2025 at 4:23 PM
What happens when the brightest minds become pawns in a high-stakes game of espionage? Set inside MIT’s most dangerous lab, "Raven" is a thriller where ambition, betrayal and secrets collide. Learn more: https://bit.ly/4hxNvIt
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December 22, 2025 at 8:49 PM
Excited to share that "Raven" received a glowing review from Kirkus Reviews in the Best Indie Books of 2025 edition. Thank you for diving into Mev’s world and naming "Raven" as one of the best books in 2025. Read the full review: https://bit.ly/44vbLWi
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December 19, 2025 at 9:12 PM
If you love mysteries, thrillers and behind-the-scenes insights, check out my interview on the "House of Mystery Radio Show" on NBC with Alan R. Warren and Joe Goldberg. Listen here or wherever you listen to podcasts: https://bit.ly/4icVLOf
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December 17, 2025 at 4:49 PM
Planning to give "Raven" as a holiday gift? Order now to make sure it arrives in time.
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December 15, 2025 at 7:18 PM
Our incredible audiobook narrator, Nicole Fikes, brings the story to life with depth and intensity — and you can hear her in action. She’s reading a sample from my forthcoming novel "Critical State," giving a taste of the presence she brings to "Raven." Watch the whole video: https://bit.ly/4prLJLx
December 12, 2025 at 9:18 PM
Ever wondered what makes a good Beta reader, or how they can help take your novel to the next level? Here's my experience as a Beta reader for a fellow writer: https://bit.ly/4httKS6
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December 10, 2025 at 4:23 PM
Know someone who can’t resist a twisty plot and a page-turning pace?
Gift them "Raven" — a Boston-based spy thriller packed with secrets, betrayal, and heart.
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December 8, 2025 at 6:51 PM
Want to win a free audiobook of "Raven"? Robert T. Kelley and Nicole Fikes, the incredible voice behind the audiobook, are giving away three free copies on TikTok! Enter now for your chance to win: https://bit.ly/48jLcpp
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December 4, 2025 at 10:52 PM
Have a tech-lover or aspiring coder on your gift list? "Raven" dives deep into an MIT lab hiding dangerous secrets — and one brilliant student caught in the crossfire.
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December 2, 2025 at 8:02 PM
What do MIT, a mysterious hacker and the Boston Irish Mob have in common? Find out on my episode of the "House of Mystery Radio Show" on NBC. Listen here or wherever you get your podcasts. https://bit.ly/4icVLOf
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December 1, 2025 at 5:12 PM
From Hollywood paranoia to real-world threats, computer crime has evolved faster than the laws meant to stop it. In my latest piece for CrimeReads, "A Very Brief History of Computer Crime," I explore how cybercrime began and what inspired "Raven". https://bit.ly/48mStDP
November 29, 2025 at 9:11 PM
Need a holiday gift for the reader in your life? "Raven" is a high-stakes thriller set in the heart of 1990s Boston. Real locations, unforgettable characters, and a city pulsing with danger.
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November 28, 2025 at 6:51 PM
Set inside a cutting-edge MIT lab in 1990, "Raven" drops readers into a world where ambition, code and Cold War secrets collide. The consequences are anything but theoretical.
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Bookshop: https://bit.ly/4fuWwRp
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November 26, 2025 at 6:24 PM
What do the end of the Cold War and the birth of the internet have in common? In my guest blog for Rogue Women Writers (with an introduction by Gayle Lynds), I discuss how the shifting global landscape of the late 1980s laid the groundwork for the world of "Raven." https://bit.ly/49I7mCZ
November 25, 2025 at 6:12 PM
It was an honor to join Alan R. Warren and Joe Goldberg on the "House of Mystery Radio Show" on NBC to talk about the making of "Raven," thrillers and writing life. Listen here or on your favorite podcast platform: https://bit.ly/4pmNhGR
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November 24, 2025 at 6:18 PM
Just had a great time joining Doug Lyle on Outliers Writing University's "Criminal Mischief" episode for a conversation about the history of tech, how it shaped the world of "Raven," and what's coming in my next novel, “Critical State” (Olivia Wolfe, Book 1). Read the blog: https://bit.ly/43nQai3
November 21, 2025 at 8:49 PM
Excited to share that "Raven" is featured in Maine Writers & Publishers Alliance's Ex Libris Maine, a curated selection celebrating books by Maine authors! It’s an honor to be included among such an incredible community of writers whose work is shaped by this remarkable place. https://bit.ly/49yMs9l
November 20, 2025 at 4:50 PM
"Raven" is officially out as an audiobook and narrated by the incredibly talented Nicole Fikes. If you love your thrillers with suspense, sharp characters, and high-stakes twists, now you can listen to the story unfold wherever you are. https://amzn.to/4i8Dulf
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November 19, 2025 at 5:11 PM
Already thinking about gifts for the holiday season? "Raven" is a must-read for thriller fans in your life. Part espionage, part cat-and-mouse and all tangled in the early days of the internet.
Amazon.com: amzn.to/3J58uFm
Bookshop: bit.ly/4fuWwRp
High Frequency Press: bit.ly/45opZsS
November 17, 2025 at 3:32 PM
Just wrapped an incredible weekend at New England Crime Bake! This event continues to be one of the best gatherings for crime, mystery and thriller storytellers. Huge thanks to the organizers, speakers and everyone who made it such a welcoming and unforgettable experience.
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November 14, 2025 at 8:46 PM