James Tucker is a successful and accomplished author, best known for his acclaimed Buddy Lock Thrillers series. His first book, "Next of Kin," was published in October 2017 and quickly became an Amazon Crime Fiction Bestseller. His second book, "The Holdouts," followed in October 2018. Tucker's writing is informed by his professional experiences, as he has worked as an attorney at an international law firm and is currently an executive managing real estate strategy at a Fortune 50 company. This experience has given him a unique perspective on the crimes of those in power, which he explores in his thrilling and thought-provoking novels.
Tucker's educational background is equally impressive. He holds a law degree from the University of Minnesota Law School, where he graduated cum laude. He was also one of four fiction writers awarded a position at a past Mentor Series at the Loft Literary Center in Minneapolis. Tucker has had the opportunity to attend prestigious writing workshops, including the Community of Writers at Squaw Valley and the Tin House Writers' Workshop in Portland, where he was mentored by author Walter Kirn.
In addition to his successful writing career, Tucker is also a dedicated family man. He lives near Minneapolis with his wife, the painter Megan Rye, and their family. Despite his many professional and personal commitments, Tucker remains passionate about his writing and continues to produce exciting and engaging thrillers that keep readers on the edge of their seats.