Recognized. Respected. Read by Millions.
From the epic fantasy realms of Ruin Mist to the inspiring lessons of Bugville Critters,
the high-stakes suspense of the Scott Evers Thrillers, and the post-apocalyptic world of
After the Machines, our titles have captivated readers and listeners around the globe.
We are proud to have earned #1 rankings on Audible.com across multiple genres including Fiction, Kids & YA, and Mystery/Thriller.
Our books have consistently ranked in the Top 10 and Top 50 on Audible and Amazon, and
several titles reached #1 Free Bestseller positions in categories such as Dystopian, Sci-Fi & Fantasy, and Mystery.
Our work has been featured in respected publications including The New York Times, Publisher’s Weekly,
Foreword Magazine, VOYA Magazine, School Library Journal,
Library Journal, and Parenting Magazine. References to our books appear in
industry resources like The Complete Idiot’s Guide to Elves & Fairies,
Ancient Art of Faery Magick, and Popular Series Fiction for Middle School and Teen Readers.
We’ve partnered with leading platforms including Audible, Spotify, Google Play,
Apple Books, Kobo, OverDrive, Emusic, Playaway,
Epic!, Walmart, Findaway World, and dozens of others to ensure our stories reach
homes, schools, and libraries everywhere.
Milestones and Acclaim
In 2002, Keeper Martin’s Tale and Elf Queen’s Quest debuted as instant bestsellers, spending
26 weeks on Amazon’s Top 50 Sci-Fi & Fantasy list. By 2005, the Ruin Mist series hit #1 on Audible
for fourteen straight weeks and stayed in the Kids & YA Top 10 for three years,
reaching nearly five million readers across multiple platforms.
VOYA praised the Ruin Mist books for their "Tolkienesque world" and "dramatic illustrations," while
Foreword Magazine described them as "brisk, accessible," and "solidly built." In April 2009,
Publisher’s Weekly featured the series in a prominent cover story.
The Pieces of the Puzzle was a #1 Fiction Bestseller and a Top 10 Mystery Bestseller
on Audible in 2005. Meanwhile, the Bugville Critters series earned accolades from Follett Early Learning,
Parenting Magazine, and Foreword Magazine, who praised its vibrant illustrations and lessons in personal growth, nature, and family.
Stormjammers, a compelling nonfiction account of military missions, was recommended by
The Journal of Electronic Defense for its gripping narrative and detail.
What We Stand By
Our works continue to thrive — not because of hype, but because of the stories we tell, the hearts we touch, and the respect we’ve earned.
Millions of readers, dozens of industry features, and years of acclaim.
Welcome to the Official Website of Author Robert Stanek.
Celebrating over 20 years of the bestselling Ruin Mist series.
Robert Stanek’s work has been made available to a global readership through translations in over 50 languages, with publications distributed by both major and independent publishers over the years. His words and art have captivated the hearts and minds of people all around the world over the past thirty years.
As a partially disabled combat veteran and father of a daughter with Down Syndrome, he has long been a passionate advocate for veterans, individuals with disabilities, and access to education. His commitment is reflected not just in words, but in decades of tangible support—donating time, books, and resources to literacy initiatives, schools, and community programs across the USA and around the world.
A Creator Driven by Purpose
At the core of everything Robert Stanek creates—whether it’s a picture book, a thriller, or a landscape photograph—is a deep respect for storytelling and its ability to connect, inspire, and teach. His work offers a bridge: from childhood wonder to adult introspection, from everyday moments to mythic landscapes.
"Every story, every painting, every photograph is an invitation to feel more, to think deeper, and to remember what matters most." — W.R. Stanek
