At home in New Orleans, I am a member of the Mystery Writers of America and the International Thriller Writers. Previously, I was a book publisher with stints in NY, London, LA, Paris, DC, Shanghai, San Juan, Zurich, and Havana. My on-the-spot experiences heavily influence each of my books. When I am not writing, editing, or researching, I'm a golfer, a martini lover, and the family cook.