Steven W. Horn is the author of THE PUMPKIN EATER: A SAM DAWSON MYSTERY, which won the 2014 Independent Book Publishers Association’s Benjamin Franklin Gold Award in the Mystery/Suspense Category and was a 2014 Eric Hoffer Award Category Finalist. The third book in the series, WHEN THEY WERE YOUNG, received a PUBLISHERS WEEKLY (BOOKLIFE) starred review in January 2018.  Horn’s debut novel was the highly acclaimed ANOTHER MAN'S LIFE. Horn draws upon an eclectic array of career experiences in crafting his stories. From high-ranking political appointee and international diplomat to the highest level of academic achievement, his unique background provides grist for the writing mill. A decorated Vietnam veteran and award-winning scholar, Horn writes from experience. He was born in Iowa and spent most of his adult career period in Colorado and Wyoming. He lives in Wyoming.