Author

Steve Martini

12 books, mostly thriller, for William Morrow and Phoenix Books, 2005–2026

Steve Martini is an American novelist whose writing career grew from journalism and a legal practice focused on courtroom and legislative work. He turned to fiction in 1984, and his 1992 novel Compelling Evidence introduced defense attorney Paul Madriani and became a national bestseller. Martini is best known for legal and psychological thrillers featuring courtroom strategy, criminal investigations, and political intrigue.