Warren C. Easley is a successful American author, best known for his Cal Claxton Mysteries series. Originally from the Midwest, Easley has spent many years in the Pacific Northwest, where he currently resides. Prior to his writing career, Easley worked as a research scientist and international business executive. It was during his time in the Pacific Northwest that Easley discovered his passion for writing, which led him to pursue a career in fiction.
Easley's Cal Claxton Mysteries series began in 2013 with the release of Matters of Doubt. Since then, he has published one book in the series every year, with each installment receiving critical acclaim and popularity among readers. The series follows the protagonist, Cal Claxton, a former lawyer and recent widower who moves to Oregon to start a new life. Claxton's past experiences as a lawyer in Los Angeles often come into play as he becomes entangled in various mysteries and crimes in his new community. Easley's characters, plot settings, and storylines have been praised by numerous fellow authors and critics for their uniqueness and captivating descriptions.
In addition to the Cal Claxton Mysteries series, Easley has also received several awards for his writing. He was named the Northwest's Up and Coming Author by Willamette Writers in 2017 and has received a Kay Snow national award for fiction. His fifth book in the series, Blood for Wine, was short-listed for the Nero Wolfe Award, and his eighth book, No Witness, won the 2022 Spotted Owl Award for the best mystery written by an author living in the greater Northwest. Easley's success in the writing industry can be attributed to his unique style and dedication to his craft. He continues to write and plans to release more books in the Cal Claxton Mysteries series, as well as develop a new mystery series.