John Ellsworth

John Ellsworth is an American author and former trial lawyer, best known for his popular Thaddeus Murfee series of books. A significant aspect of his writing draws inspiration from his own experiences as a lawyer. For instance, in his books, lawyers often travel by airplanes, which is a reflection of his own firm's practice of using a plane to travel between Chicago and Arizona when he was a practicing lawyer.

Ellsworth hails from Arizona and had a successful career as a criminal lawyer for thirty years, during which he represented clients from all over the United States. He was known for his ability to defend his clients effectively and was recognized for his skills in the courtroom. After retiring from his law career, Ellsworth decided to venture into writing, drawing upon his extensive experience in the legal field. He wrote his first legal thriller, 'The Defendants,' which was published in 2014.

As a self-published author, Ellsworth enjoys the freedom of managing his release schedules, marketing his written works, and selecting the covers of his books. He has published several legal thrillers, including the Thaddeus Murfee series, the Sisters in Law series, and the Michael Grisham series. Ellsworth's books are known for their intricate plots, well-developed characters, and realistic portrayal of the legal system.

In addition to being an author, Ellsworth is also a certified software engineer, having completed a degree in computer science after being forced to retire from law due to illness. He worked for Intel Corporation for several years, troubleshooting software issues around the world. Today, Ellsworth lives in the San Juan Islands of Washington State, where he enjoys sailing, scuba diving, sailplaning, and gardening. He continues to write and consult on secret tech issues, and his advice to young writers is simply, "Write."