Douglas E. Richards is a New York Times and USA Today bestselling author widely praised for his ability to weave action, suspense, and science into riveting novels that straddle the thriller and science-fiction genres.

His books have sold over three million copies, have been translated into eight languages, have been published by major publishers in numerous foreign countries, and have garnered over 80,000 five-star reviews on Amazon.

The author has two grown children and lives in San Diego, California, with his wife and dog.