Russell Hill is a three-time nominee for the Edgar Allen Poe prize given by the Mystery Writers of America.

His books, Lucy Boomer and The Lord God Bird have been optioned for film, and his work has been translated into French, German, Polish, and Japanese.

He is an avid fly fisher and his book, The Search for Sheepheaven Trout has become a “cult classic” among fly fishers.

He continues to write, and his new book, The Egret, is due for publication on July 26. That evening, the book will be launched at the Book Depot in Mill Valley, hosted by Ariana Agnew.