Acclaimed author of several well-regarded books on fishing and outdoor life, Bob Rich has long captivated readers with his wit and wisdom from the water. He fell in love with storytelling around campfires at summer camps in northern Ontario and was inspired early on by literary greats like Herman Melville and Ernest Hemingway.
Raised in Buffalo, New York, Rich’s passion for fishing deepened over time as he traveled between the shores of Lake Erie and the Florida Keys—experiences that have provided him with a wealth of tales to tell. His debut novel, Looking Through Water, draws on that deep well of personal experience and love for the sport.
In addition to Looking Through Water, which was adapted into a feature film released in September 2025 and is now streaming, Rich has authored the nonfiction books Catching Big Fish, Why We Fish, and The Right Angle, as well as The Delphi Café, a philosophical narrative about happiness. He is also the creator of the documentary Anglers of the Oval Office.
Rich’s unique blend of storytelling and firsthand fishing experience lends authenticity and depth to his work, making him a compelling and credible voice in the realm of fish stories and outdoor literature.
