Alan RussellCritical acclaim has greeted bestselling author Alan Russell's novels from coast to coast. Publishers Weekly calls him one of the best writers in the mystery field today. The New York Times says, He has a gift for dialogue, while the Los Angeles Times calls him a crime fiction rara avis. Russell's novels have ranged from whodunits to comedic capers to suspense and have been nominated for most of the major awards in crime fiction. He has been awarded a Lefty, a Critics' Choice Award, and the Odin Award for Lifetime Achievement from the San Diego Writers and Editors Guild. A California native, Russell is a former collegiate basketball player who nowadays plays under the rim. The proud father of three children, Russell resides with his wife in Southern California. Read More Read Less