Christy J. Kendall – Mystery and Murder in America’s
Wildlife Refuges
Washington author Christy J. Kendall joins Patty Grasher on
Northwest Book Talk to explore the wild places and dedicated people behind her
wildlife refuge mysteries.
Drawing on 25 years as a wildlife biologist, refuge manager,
and project leader with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, Kendall brings
firsthand experience to Eerie Ending and Shining Water. Her
stories take readers from the shores of Lake Erie to Nevada’s desert canyons,
combining suspense with an appreciation for nature and the communities that
protect it.
In this conversation, we discuss:
- The
refuge managers and volunteers who inspire her fictional characters. - Weaving
wildlife, local history, and real landscapes into a compelling mystery. - Desert
hiking experiences and the importance of being prepared. - Ancient
rock writings, Area 51, and the unexplained elements in Shining Water. - Her
journey from writing scientific reports to publishing fiction. - Upcoming
mysteries set at Willapa and Ridgefield national wildlife refuges.
Kendall also shares how readers have responded to her
characters and why she hopes her books encourage people to visit wildlife
refuges themselves. It’s a welcoming conversation for mystery readers, nature
lovers, and anyone curious about the people working behind the scenes in these
special places.
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