Richard Paolinelli –
Award-Winning Science Fiction and Mystery Author
Welcome to the official website of award-winning author Richard Paolinelli, where imagination, adventure, and unforgettable storytelling come together. From epic science fiction and thrilling space operas to fantasy, mystery, suspense, and historical adventures, Richard creates captivating stories filled with compelling characters, unexpected twists, and extraordinary worlds. A Dragon Award finalist for Escaping Infinity, Richard brings decades of writing experience and a lifelong passion for storytelling to every book. Explore his novels, discover your next favorite series, catch up on the latest news, and embark on an adventure that will keep you turning pages long after the story begins.
Of All The Gin Joints in the Universe by Richard Paolinelli is pure sci-fi noir with a mischievous grin: fedora tilted just so, cigarette smoke doing interpretive dance in the recycled air, a double-crossing dame whose secrets could melt a bulkhead—and the whole glorious mess playing out on a 25th-century space station where the stars never clock out and justice is the shadiest commodity on the menu.
FEATURED BOOKS
OF ALL THE GIN JOINTS IN THE UNIVERSE
What if checking into a hotel meant you could never leave? In Escaping Infinity, award-winning science fiction author Richard Paolinelli delivers a mind-bending adventure where endless floors, mysterious guests, and a missing exit conceal a terrifying secret. As engineer Peter Childress fights to escape the enigmatic Infinity Hotel, he discovers that far more than his own survival is at stake. A gripping blend of science fiction, mystery, and suspense, this 2017 Dragon Award finalist will keep you guessing until the final page!
Three gripping thrillers. One relentless FBI agent. A conspiracy that could destroy America. Reservations, Betrayals, and Endgames are combined into an explosive collection of political mysteries, international intrigue, and pulse-pounding suspense. From murders on the Navajo Nation to a decades-old plot to overthrow the U.S. government, FBI Special Agent Jack Del Rio confronts deadly enemies and shocking betrayals at every turn.
ESCAPING INFINITY
(2017 Dragon Award Finalist)
THE COMPLETE DEL RIO MYSTERY TRILOGY
In the distant future of the Andromeda Galaxy, long after humanity fled the Milky Way, the legends of ancient space knights still echo—and one modern mercenary must live up to the name of the greatest among them.
Millions of years from now, the Hominids call Andromeda home. Lost in the mists of history are the tales of the knights who held the line against a dark invasion so the rest of humanity could escape. The last and greatest of those heroes was Galen Underwood.
Now a hard-edged mercenary named Galen Dwyn is hired to rescue the kidnapped Princess Rhiannon (Rhea) of Salacia. What begins as a straightforward job for pay and a chance to settle an old score quickly becomes a desperate flight through webs of political intrigue, assassination attempts, and the rise of a ruthless new Galactic Empire.
Accompanied by the princess, a former mentor, and a snarky AI, Dwyn must outmaneuver kingdoms, avert galactic civil war, and confront both external enemies and the weight of his legendary namesake.
EXPLORE THE EPIC SPACE OPERA SERIES - STARQUEST 4TH AGE
Richard Paolinelli is an award-winning author of science fiction, space opera, fantasy, mystery, and suspense. A storyteller since 1984, Richard combines imaginative world-building, compelling characters, and gripping plots to deliver unforgettable reading experiences. His science fiction novel Escaping Infinity was a finalist for the 2017 Dragon Award for Best Science Fiction Novel. His diverse body of work also includes the Starquest 4th Age series, mystery novels, Sherlock Holmes adventures, and nonfiction sports books. As the Publisher, and co-founder, of Tuscany Bay Books, Richard continues to bring imaginative stories and exciting new adventures to readers who love science fiction, fantasy, and mystery.
ABOUT RICHARD PAOLINELLI
"Of All The Gin Joints In The Universe is a fantastic science fiction mystery, and the author does such an amazing job with both his use of unique tech and excellent world-building."
2001 CNPA AWARD
Best Sports Story
2017 DRAGON AWARD FINALIST
Best Science Fiction
ESCAPING INFINITY
AVG. REVIEW RATINGS:
AMAZON - 4.26
GOODREADS - 4.49
SPOTLIGHT ON INDIE- 5.00
"Wow, this was an absolutely excellent read! Great for those who love crime fiction, it would be perfect for fans of Clancy, Ludlum, Grisham and many others. The characters are well written. The plot exceedingly well crafted."
What They Are Saying About Richard & His Books
RICHARD PAOLINELLI
ON THE AIR
Live From The Bunker 221: Entering the 4th Age with Richard Paolinelli
Richard joined host Jason Hunt by video on March 2, 2021 to talk about the upcoming epic Starquest space opera series by John C. Wright and Richard's role in creating the Starquest 4th Age saga.
The Writer's Block with Richard Paolinelli
Richard joined the weekly radio show on LA Talk Radio with hosts Jim Christina and Russ Avison for the first time as a guest on April 21, 2016 to discuss Reservations, the first book of the Del Rio series.
In The Superversive Spotlight #4 with Richard Paolinelli
Richard hosted legendary sci-fi author Jeffrey Carver, one of Richard's favorites, on his video podcast in 2022.
SCI-FI SATURDAY NITE #524 with Richard Paolinelli
Richard joined the audio-only podcast with host The Dome for the fifth, and sadly, final time before Dome's passing to talk about Galen's Blade, the second book of the Starquest 4th Age saga.
