Mike Lawson is a well-known American author, renowned for his thriller novels. Before turning to writing, Lawson had a successful career as a nuclear engineer for the Navy. He spent most of his time working at a large shipyard in Bremerton, Washington, but also had a stint in Washington D.C. It was during his time in D.C. that he first got the idea to write a novel.
Lawson's work as a nuclear engineer for the Navy informed his writing, and he drew on his experiences to create his thrilling stories. He is best known for his Joe DeMarco series, which features a lawyer character with both good and bad characteristics. The series has been well-received by critics and readers alike, and Lawson has published a total of 12 books in the series.
In addition to his Joe DeMarco series, Lawson has also written three books in his Kay Hamilton series under the name M. A. Lawson. He has won the Friend of Mystery Award twice and has been nominated for the Barry Award five times. Lawson, who was raised in Pueblo, Colorado, attended college at Seattle University, where he received a degree in engineering. He spent approximately thirty years working for the Navy's nuclear power program before retiring and turning to writing full-time.
Lawson currently lives in the Pacific Northwest with his wife. Despite his success as an author, he remains humble and dedicated to his craft. He continues to write thrilling and engaging stories that keep readers on the edge of their seats, and his work has earned him a well-deserved reputation as one of the best thriller writers in the business.