Mark Richardson
Based in Cobourg, Mark is the former automotive editor of the Toronto Star and now contributes regularly to Canada’s national newspaper, The Globe and Mail, among other publications.
His first published novel is Bird on a Wire. His second novel, Running on Empty, will be published in May 2025.


The Drive Across Canada
Come meet Mark, and hear about his epic journey and the adventurous pioneers who made it possible.
Get a signed copy of The Drive Across Canada at its official launch at the Canadian Automotive Museum in Oshawa.
Refreshments from The Garage Guy. Thursday, May 8, 6 pm – 9 pm.
There is no charge to attend — click below to register for a ticket
Recent Books
Running on Empty
Zack wants to find his wife and son, lost to a horrific cult. Grant wants a road-trip to rememberon his new motorcycle. And they’re both being hunted as they ride on their quest across America.
COMING MAY 2025
The Drive Across Canada
Experience driving Canada’s longest road and travel with the adventurous pioneers who helped make it a reality.
COMING MAY 2025
Bird on a Wire
Somebody stole little Jessica Morgan from a Florida shopping mall. Years later, can her drug-mule father and fragile mother find her?
SECOND EDITION
MAY 2025
Zen and Now
“A primer for Zen and the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance, and the biography of author Robert Pirsig, found on a journey on the road less travelled.”