Book festival regulars J.A. Jance, Thomas Perry and T. Jefferson Parker -- each of whom has received at TFOB Founders Award -- will discuss their books, their careers, and their favorites restaurants in Tucson!
Where: | Modern Languages Room 350 (Seats 318, Wheelchair accessible) ![]() ![]() ![]() |
When: | Sun, Mar 16, 2:30 pm - 3:25 pm |
Signing area: | Sales & Signing Area - Central Mall (following presentation)
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Genre: | Mystery / Thrillers |
Moderator: | Cayce Blanchard |
Sponsors: | Session made possible courtesy of The William & Mary Ross Foundation, University of Arizona - Facilities Management |
A graduate of Bisbee High and the University of Arizona. J.A. Jance taught English at Pueblo High in Tucson before trying her hand as a novelist. It proved to be a good idea. Jance will debut her 80th book, "Overkill," at this year's Tucson Festival of Books....
T. Jefferson Parker is the author of 29 novels including "The Rescue" and "California Girl," both of which won the Edgar Award for best mystery. His latest book "Desperation Reef" was released in 2024....
Thomas Perry is the bestselling author of 32 novels, the newest being "Pro Bono," released in January. Many know Perry best for "The Old Man," which was adapted into a popular TV series now airing on FX....