J.A. Jance

J.A. Jance is the pseudonym of American novelist Judith Ann Jance, who is well-known for her contribution to the mystery and horror genres. Her publishers suggested she use the gender-neutral pen name "J.A. Jance" to write mystery novels featuring a male detective. Jance has established herself as a leading figure in the genre, with a career that spans many notable works.

Judith Ann Jance, who writes under the pen name J.A. Jance, is a top 10 New York Times bestselling author. She has written 46 contemporary mysteries in four different series, including the J.P. Beaumont series, the Joanna Brady series, three interrelated thrillers featuring the Walker family, and the Ali Reynolds series. Born in South Dakota and raised in Bisbee, Arizona, Jance currently resides in Seattle, Washington, and Tucson, Arizona, with her husband.

Jance's love for mysteries began at a young age, having been an avid reader of Nancy Drew and John D. McDonald's Travis Magee series. It was only natural that when she wrote her first book, it would be a mystery as well. Jance is a dedicated writer and advocate for various causes, including the American Cancer Society, Gilda's Club, the Humane Society, the YMCA, and the Girl Scouts. She is also a lover of animals and has a rescued Dachshund named Bella.