What is the pseudonym used by J.K. Rowling for the Cormoran Strike series?

J.K. Rowling used the pseudonym Robert Galbraith for the Cormoran Strike series.

The series began with The Cuckoo’s Calling in 2013, presented initially as the work of a debut author named Robert Galbraith. Its protagonist, Cormoran Strike, is a private detective and former military investigator who works with Robin Ellacott. The books combine conventional case-solving with long-running character and relationship arcs.

Rowling’s identity as Galbraith was revealed soon after publication. The disclosure followed investigative reporting prompted by online discussion, and her agent confirmed that Robert Galbraith was a pen name. Rowling said the first name was inspired by Robert F. Kennedy, while Galbraith came from a childhood name she had invented for herself.

A common mix-up is confusing Galbraith with Rowling’s other writing names. “Robert Galbraith” is specifically associated with the Strike crime novels, while Rowling published The Casual Vacancy under her own name. The television adaptation is titled Strike in the United Kingdom and is also known internationally as C.B. Strike.