Rob Payne is a Canadian novelist. Payne is married and lives in Perth, Australia with his wife and daughter. He is the author of three dramatic-comedy novels for adults, and two science fiction, comedy-adventure novels for young adults. He is also known for his work as a writer and/or editor for such publications as The Globe and Mail, , Front and Centre and . How to Be a Hero on Earth 5 was nominated for the 2007 White Pine Award.