Judy K. Walker is a renowned American author, best known for her mystery, suspense, and thriller novels. She is particularly famous for her Sydney Brennan series, which showcases her expertise in investigation matters, a skill she acquired during her time as a criminal attorney. Walker's writing is informed by her professional background, providing a level of authenticity to her characters and storylines.
Beyond the Sydney Brennan series, Walker has also penned other notable works, including the Dead Hollow trilogy. This series is based on a true story and is an Appalachian thriller with a touch of the paranormal, which draws from her West Virginia origins. The Dead Hollow trilogy includes Prodigal, Founder, and Heir, and the books must be read in order to fully appreciate the storyline.
Walker is a recovering criminal attorney who has a wealth of spare letters after her name, indicating her insatiable curiosity. This curiosity is a trait that she shares with her fictional private investigator, Sydney Brennan. Although her writing is informed by her professional background, her curiosity rarely involves murders. Walker was born and raised in West Virginia and has returned to her roots in her writing, particularly in the Dead Hollow trilogy. She currently writes from her home in Hawaii, where she is surrounded by her husband, feral pigs, and assorted geckos.