Frank Kodiak is the alias for Andreas Winkelmann, born in 1968, who has published several thrillers with Rowolt (rororo), amongst them the bestseller Death Book, Die Zucht and Kill Game. He developed his passion for thrilling and creepy stories from an early age. Before publishing his first book, he initially worked as a soldier, PE teacher, taxi driver, insurance salesman and freelance editor. He lives near Bremen with his family – in a secluded house on the edge of the forest. More information about Andreas Winkelmann at andreaswinkelmann.com.