Green Ferns Publishing House Signs Acclaimed Mystery Author Benjamin Bradley and Announces Fall 2026 Release of The Devil You Know
Myrtle Beach, SC — February 12, 2026 — Green Ferns Publishing House is proud to announce the signing of mystery and suspense author Benjamin Bradley and the forthcoming publication of his novel, The Devil You Know, set for release on October 6, 2026.
Bradley, whose work has been praised for its atmospheric tension, emotional depth, and sharp moral questions, joins Green Ferns with a growing reputation in the mystery and thriller space. His previous novel, What He Left Behind, earned acclaim for its gripping narrative and immersive sense of place, solidifying Bradley as a voice to watch in contemporary crime fiction.
The Devil You Know centers on a quiet town shattered by a single act of violence. When a bank robbery upends the community’s sense of safety, a police chief is forced to confront the possibility that the culprit may be his own estranged brother—until the investigation takes a darker turn that changes everything. Blending small-town unease with layered character dynamics, the novel explores loyalty, guilt, and the unsettling truth that the past is rarely as buried as we believe.
“Benjamin Bradley writes the kind of stories that linger,” said Kelly Capriotti Burton, Creative Director for Green Ferns Publishing House. “His work is tense and thoughtful, deeply human, and rooted in place. The Devil You Know embodies everything we look for at Green Ferns from strong craft to emotional resonance, and a story that stays with the reader long after the final page.”
Bradley’s fiction will appeal to readers who enjoy the character-driven suspense of Megan Miranda, the twists of Harlan Coben, and the vivid atmospheric storytelling of Julia Heaberlin. His background working in public health and housing lends a grounded realism to his narratives, bringing authenticity to the moral and social complexities his characters face.
“Working with Green Ferns Publishing House is an exciting next step along my adventure as an author,” said Bradley. “I can’t wait to reach new readers with this series while continuing the journey with longtime readers who have supported my work to date.”
Bradley continues, “Green Ferns’ southern roots, love of mysteries, and genuine passion for storytelling made this partnership feel like an excellent fit from the start.”
The Devil You Know will be available in print and digital formats through major retailers and distributors on October 6, 2026.
About Benjamin Bradley
Benjamin Bradley is a mystery author whose work explores the darker corners of human nature with nuance and heart. He is a member of Mystery Writers of America and International Thriller Writers. His fiction has appeared in Reckon Review and Flash Fiction Magazine, and his novels have been praised as “atmospheric” and “gripping.” He lives in North Carolina with his family.
About Green Ferns Publishing House
Green Ferns Publishing House is an independent publisher dedicated to cultivating compelling stories and lasting author partnerships. With a mission of Growing stories with care, Green Ferns publishes fiction that values craft, emotional truth, and connection—supporting authors from manuscript to marketplace with intention and collaboration.
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