In addition to publishing fifteen mystery/thriller novels, Chris Knopf had a long, award-winning career in advertising, focused on the creative side of the business, and agency management as CEO of Mintz + Hoke.

He's also a house designer and cabinetmaker, single-handed sailor, rock musician, and custodian of terriers. He and his wife, Mary Farrell, split their time between Avon, CT, and Southampton, NY.