Arthur Conan Doyle - Jane Annie, or The Good Conduct Prize: "There is nothing more deceptive than an obvious fact."

Arthur Conan Doyle, renowned for creating Sherlock Holmes, also excelled in writing short stories that delve into the horrific and macabre, showcasing a lesser-known aspect of his literary talent. Born in Edinburgh in 1859, he pursued medicine at the University of Edinburgh and worked as a ship's surgeon before establishing a medical practice in Portsmouth. Struggling to attract patients, he turned to writing, producing his first novel, The Mystery of Cloomber, which marked the beginning of his prolific career as an author.