* The name is misspelled. There might be a very similar name, like "William Corkery" or "William C. orky," with a different spelling.
* The author is not widely known. If this is a less famous or contemporary author, their work might not be well-indexed online.
* The author uses a pseudonym. Some authors use pen names, making it harder to find their true identity.
To find more information, you might try:
* Checking online literary databases: Sites like WorldCat, Goodreads, or LibraryThing may have entries for the author.
* Searching for specific works: If you know the title of a book or article by this author, try searching for it on online booksellers or academic databases.
* Contacting a librarian or book expert: They might be able to provide more information about lesser-known authors.
If you can provide more details about the author's work or any other information you have, it might be easier to track them down.