James Grippando

James is the winner of the Harper Lee Prize and the New York Times bestselling author of 30 novels of suspense, including the popular series featuring Miami criminal defense attorney Jack Swyteck. His novels are enjoyed worldwide in 28 languages. "Code 6" is his latest novel, a thriller set in the modern world of Big Data, and the story of Kate Gamble, an aspiring playwright developing her first play. That play is "Watson," and the novel includes scenes from the actual play, offering readers a unique companion reading experience.

James is a practicing attorney specializing in entertainment and intellectual property law, representing clients who have won more than 30 Tony Awards. He is also an adjunct professor of Law & Literature at the University of Miami School of Law.

He lives in south Florida with his wife, three children, two cats and a golden retriever named Atlas who has no idea he's a dog. Visit his website at www.jamesgrippando.com