About the author

Judith Erwin

Jacksonville, Florida resident Judith Erwin brings authentic legal expertise to her crime fiction as a retired family attorney. Her insider knowledge of courtroom drama and investigative procedures elevates the Shepherd &amp; Associates series beyond typical PI fiction, creating narratives that feel both compelling and credible.<br>​​​​​​​<br>An award-winning author who has earned the prestigious 5-Star Readers' Favorite Award, Erwin has published nine novels spanning crime fiction, romantic suspense, and mystery. Her writing has been praised for "gorgeous" prose and "crisp, excellent dialogues" that reveal character vulnerability and hidden strengths.<br>​​​​​​​<br>The Shepherd &amp; Associates series features brilliant, badass former FBI agent Jake Shepherd—a Yale law graduate who can "shoot the wings off a mosquito at 100 yards"—paired with sharp-witted Harvard attorney Scarlett Kavanagh. Their dynamic chemistry and compelling mysteries have inspired dreams of screen adaptation, with Jensen Ackles and his wife Danneel Ackles as the ideal casting for these charismatic leads.<br>​​​​​​​<br>Erwin actively connects with readers through her website at juditherwin.com, where she maintains "Judith's Journal" and offers newsletter subscribers exclusive sneak peeks and giveaways. As a Jacksonville author contributing to Florida's vibrant literary community, she crafts intelligent thrillers that honor both procedural authenticity and the complexity of human nature.