J. R. Roberts is the pen name of American author Robert J. Randisi, who is best known for writing the "Gunsmith" series – a long-running series of Western novels featuring the character Clint Adams. The Gunsmith series is notable for its prolific output, with hundreds of books published since the series began in the 1980s. As J. R. Roberts, Randisi has created a popular and well-received body of work that focuses on traditional Western themes and classic storytelling. Roberts' tales often center around the adventures and exploits of a skilled gunfighter navigating the challenges of the American frontier.