M Brooke McCullough

M. Brooke McCullough was born in Seattle, Washington, and grew up in LaGrange, Illinois. During her teen years, she developed a love of reading, starting with the Nancy Drew mystery books, and later became an avid fan of the entire detective/crime genre. In preparing to write this story, two things were clear: it would be about a detective, and must take place in Chicago. Early in 1992, she committed to writing her first novel and began putting pen to paper. Her lengthy career with the secret service and federal court system afforded her many insights into criminal behavior and motivation, which she relied on to create the Canarytown story. Co-Author, J. E. Boydston and McCullough are currently preparing for publication of the next Kyle McNally detective story, Cigar City Crimes, Triple Jeopardy, in the spring, 2025.

J. E. Boydston, a retired Professor Emeritus, has an extensive background in education and publishing. He authored a popular annual reference guide for school personnel in the U.S. while serving as the Technical Manager and Consultant in a central Florida school district. He also served fifteen years as a Professor of Networking Technologies for South Florida State College. A Vietnam Veteran, he earned a Purple Heart and a Bronze Star for valor during his tour. With three loving children, a brilliant granddaughter, and a sparky new grandson born in the spring of 2025, he’s a very happy writer! Boydston continues to work on the Kyle McNally detective series with his co-author and sister, M. Brooke McCullough.