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J.a. Jance

J. A. Jance

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J.A. Jance is an American author of mystery and horror novels. She writes at least three series of novels, centering on retired Seattle Police Department officer J. P. Beaumont, Arizona county sheriff Joanna Brady, and Ali Reynolds. At signings, Jance asks bookstores to donate a percentage of their earnings from her appearances to various causes.

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David Fitzsimmons

David Fitzsimmons

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Brian Garfield

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Andrew Greeley

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Bob Greene

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Amanda Haas

Amanda Haas

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J.a. Jance

J. A. Jance

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Kitty Kelley

Kitty Kelley

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Barbara Kingsolver

Barbara Kingsolver

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Vicki Lewis Thompson

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David Foster Wallace

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