David Swinson is an accomplished American author, best known for his Frank Marr series of books. He has had a diverse career, including a notable period as a detective with the Metropolitan Police Department. Swinson's law enforcement experience has significantly influenced his writing, particularly in the Frank Marr series, as he draws from his professional background to create authentic and engaging stories.
Before his career in law enforcement, Swinson was an active player in the punk rock music scene of the late 1980s. He began his journey in the music industry as a promoter and booker in California, where he organized events at various venues such as Melody Dance Center, Fender’s Ballroom, and the Bogart’s nightclub. Swinson's love for alternative and punk rock music led him to establish Wednesday Night, a spoken word and conversation platform that featured influential personalities like Dr. Timothy Leary, Hunter S. Thompson, and Jim Caroll. This experience eventually culminated in the co-production and development of Sound Bites, a spoken word compilation that included appearances from notable figures such as Eugene McCarthy and Abbie Hoffman.
Swinson's career trajectory took another turn when he became a detective with the Metropolitan Police Department in Washington, DC, where he worked in Major Crimes. His retirement from law enforcement marked the beginning of his successful writing career, with Mulholland Books/Little, Brown and Co. publishing his novels THE SECOND GIRL, CRIME SONG, TRIGGER, and City on the Edge. His works have been well-received by critics, and his ability to create captivating narratives is evident in the critically acclaimed Frank Marr Trilogy and his standalone novels.