Martin was born in South Wales. He trained as an actor at the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art and has worked extensively in all areas of the theatrical profession. He is married and has one son. 'Niedermayer & Hart', a supernatural thriller, is his first book and is the first part of a trilogy which continues with 'Wilhelm & Laszlo'. He has also written a psychological thriller 'Roadrage', He is currently at work on the final part of his trilogy.