John Darrin

John Darrin worked in the nuclear industry for 40 years, initially as a radiation health and safety professional, and most recently as a consultant for companies focused on nuclear and radiological disasters and homeland security. He worked on such unique projects as the first-ever decommissioning of a radiological research laboratory, the decommissioning of several nuclear reactors, the recovery after the Three Mile Island accident, the design and manufacture of radiation monitors for First Responders, and even the treatment of nuclear weapons waste in China. This work took him all over the world, from China to Finland, from Central America to Canada, providing a wealth of experience and information that is reflected in his writings.

After graduating from Colgate University, he trained as a radiation safety technician and studied further at Johns Hopkins University and the University of Virginia. His full-time life included such experiences as the entire ’60s phenomenon, the anti-war movement, arrests, running businesses that manufactured electronics in Finland and the U.S., inventing radically new radioactive waste treatment processes, and creating one of USA Today’s Top 10 Cyber Cafés.

John’s first novel, The Law of the Pack, won an international Best First Novel contest and was followed in 2009 by Screenshot, a best-selling techno-thriller about pay-per-view Internet assassinations. His latest book, The Rockets' Red Glare, is a blockbuster thriller about simultaneous dirty bomb attacks on America disguised as July 4th fireworks displays. It received Booklife's highest rating and was named one of the 15 best new thrillers that year.

John continues his writing and works with new authors, critiquing their work and editing manuscripts and leading author groups to assist in breaking into publishing.

He currently lives in Charlottesville, VA. and can be found on Goodreads and other novel sites.