Michael Sears is a successful American author, best known for his financial thriller novels. He is particularly recognized for his Jason Stafford series, which has garnered significant critical acclaim and numerous awards. Prior to his career as a novelist, Sears worked in the financial industry for twenty years, holding prominent positions at two different Wall Street firms. His experience in the bond market, foreign exchange, and derivatives has lent a high degree of authenticity to his thrillers.
Before his foray into finance, Sears was a professional actor, appearing in various theaters and soap operas. He received his education from Columbia University, where he earned his MBA. Sears is currently married to artist and poet Barbara Segal and is a proud father of two sons.
Sears has made a significant impact in the mystery and thriller genres, winning prestigious awards such as the Silver Falchion and Shamus Awards. His debut novel, "Black Fridays," introduced readers to the Jason Stafford series and quickly became a bestseller. The novel's thrilling plot and financial twist earned it nominations for the Edgar Award and three other notable literary prizes, in addition to winning the Shamus Award.
The success of "Black Fridays" was followed by the second novel in the Jason Stafford series, which also received critical acclaim and won the Silver Falchion Award at Killer Nashville. The third novel, "Long Way Down," was labeled as one of the best thriller novels of 2015, further solidifying Sears' reputation as a master of the genre.