R. E. Parsons's formative years were steeped in literature. His father's passion for reading was a constant source of inspiration. As a young boy, he would delve into his father’s homemade bookcase, discovering the worlds of Perry Mason, Ellery Queen, Tarzan, and the classic Louis L’Amour westerns. These books and the captivating old-time radio dramas ignited his imagination and opened up a new realm of possibilities. This love for storytelling has been passed down to his two adult children and granddaughter, who are also avid readers. Apart from his professional life, he enjoys running, cycling, hiking, and pickleball.His venture into writing crime novels would seem like a natural transition, but he had the same battle we all have at times with the big question, “Can I do it?” Well, the short answer was yes. For his first novel, No More Blood, he had an image come to mind that wouldn't leave. He felt compelled to write about what he saw, and when his fingers touched the keyboard, his imagination and creativity kicked into high gear. He wrote as the storyline visually unfolded in his mind. His first mystery novel was No More Blood. He recently published A Bullet For You, a sequel to No More Blood. He has also published a psychological thriller called The Puzzle Killer. At the other end of the spectrum, he has released a book titled Love Is a Journey, a collection of poems he has written over 30 years. Read more about this authorRead less about this author