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S.J. Rozan is an American author primarily known for her detective fiction and thriller novels, often set in New York City. Born in 1950, she initially pursued a career in architecture before dedicating herself to writing. Rozan frequently collaborates with Carlos Dews under the pseudonym Sam Cabot, creating a successful paranormal thriller series. Her writing is characterized by a gritty realism, exploring complex characters and dark themes within urban settings, as evidenced by her extensive range of noir series and standalone novels.

Rozan has become renowned for her prolific output, encompassing a vast catalog of works across multiple series and genres. She is particularly celebrated for her Lydia Chin and Bill Smith detective series, which blends classic mystery elements with contemporary concerns. Beyond her fiction, Rozan has also ventured into poetry and short story collections, demonstrating a versatile talent. Notably, she has expanded her reach through her Akashic Noir series, a collection of noir short stories set in various cities across the globe, further solidifying her position as a significant voice in contemporary crime and mystery fiction.