J.R. Wirth is an award-winning author and native of Southern California. Raised in Azusa, he now hails from San Bernardino. J.R. is recognized for his extensive work in the helping field. He is a licensed psychotherapist with a long list of accomplishments, including a 15-year stretch as a domestic violence counselor and trainer, and head of a disaster response team. J.R. had a stint as a university professor, and even spent time as a child abuse investigator. 

J.R.'s newest novel, “Avenging Angels” (TouchPoint Press), is a mystery/suspense/vigilante justice novel that focuses on a group of professionals working in the field of children’s protection, who become the focus of a murder investigation. It is based on his time as a child abuse investigator and is full of twists and turns, along with an unexpected ending. Also, recently released was the third in the Christmas Town series: "Return to the Town Beneath the Christmas Tree," and features Hailey, Isaiah, and the rest of the Christmas crew. The first two books are featured in the bestselling series: “Twisted Family Holidays Collection,” which is a highly rated collection of short stories that surround popular holidays and are loosely based on real life situations. The TFHC is available in kindle and paperback, individually, or as a collection. Three of the TFHC books are available in audio format as well. Look for JR in Goodreads, Barns and Noble, and Amazon.