• Television appearance

    Thrilled to talk to José Cárdenas, host of the acclaimed Horizonte program on PBS Arizona, about the Veranda Cruz series. Time: Variable (click on "more info" link below) More info

  • Sun City West

    Looking forward to seeing everyone for a lively, interactive talk and book signing for the third book in Detective Cruz mystery/thriller series (set in Phoenix). Books will be available for purchase by Barnes & Noble.

  • Podcast: Writers on the Beat

    Host and fellow veteran cop turned thriller author Gavin Reese and I chat about bringing authenticity and real world experience to fiction writing (especially where it pertains to cops, crime, and criminals). Join the conversation! Click here to listen!

  • Special Appearance with Ed Aymar

    Acclaimed Washington DC author Ed Aymar launches his crime thriller, UNREPENTANT. After a short reading from Ed, I’ll join him to discuss writing, books, and whatever else comes up. And yes, there will be cupcakes! Click here for details on Facebook!

  • Special Appearance with J.A. Jance

    Please join me for a very special joint appearance with New York Times bestselling author J.A. Jance! Two authors who love a good laugh, authentic Mexican food, and cop stories with grit and heart…you won’t want to miss this one! Mostly Books will have books on hand for sale. More info

  • Speaking at SAGES on Central

    Join me for a special speaking event for seniors at SAGES (Senior Adult Growth and Enrichment Society) in the heart of Phoenix. More info

  • ThrillerFest

    News + Events

    So excited to attend the premier conference for thriller writers! More info

  • Greer Library Friends

    Honored to be the guest speaker for the annual author’s luncheon! More info