J. Michael Orenduff is an award-winning American mystery writer known primarily for his "Pot Thief" series. He earned his M.A. at the University of New Mexico and his doctorate at Tulane University, where he subsequently worked as a professor. Orenduff’s writing style is characterized by intricate plots and incorporating historical figures and concepts into murder mystery narratives, often drawing upon his academic background. His books frequently blend crime fiction with intellectual and biographical elements.








