J. Michael Orenduff

About the Author

J. Michael Orenduff is an acclaimed author whose fascination with Southwestern archaeology and Native American pottery infuses his engaging mystery novels. A former university professor and administrator, Orenduff draws on his deep knowledge of ancient artifacts and cultural history to craft clever whodunits featuring the irrepressible Hubert Schuze, a pottery dealer with a penchant for 'liberating' relics from public lands. His writing blends humor, intellectual intrigue, and vivid depictions of New Mexico's landscapes, earning him the Minotaur Books/Mystery Writers of America First Crime Novel Award for his debut. Orenduff's series continues to captivate readers with its unique fusion of academic insight and suspenseful storytelling, making complex historical themes accessible and entertaining.