It's possible you meant:
* Branford Boase: A well-known British crime writer.
* Bancroft: A popular author of thriller novels, known for the "The Silent Wife."
* Branford: This could be a surname with a less common first name.
Could you please double-check the name you're looking for? If you can provide more context (like what type of writing, or any other information you have), I can help you find the author you're looking for.