John Layne

John Layne is an International Multi-Award Winning Author, Screenwriter, and Actor. He is also a retired police detective.

He holds multiple college degrees, including a Master's Degree in Management.

He began his writing career in the sports industry, writing articles for national magazines and online publications.

He drew literary inspiration from Louis L'Amour, Zane Grey, Robert B. Parker, and C. J. Box. His passion for historical Western fiction and contemporary crime mysteries led to four successful novels: "Gunslingers: A Story of the Old West," "Red River Reunion," "Return to Canyon Creek," and his latest crime mystery, "A Rude Reception." John is a Writer's Guild, Western Writers of America, Writers League of Texas, Wyoming Writers Association, and Oklahoma Writers Federation member.