J.C. Moore writes suspense-driven crime and thriller novels focused on character, consequence, and the cost of buried secrets. His stories are set in small towns and close communities, where ordinary lives are shaped by pressure, loyalty, and hard decisions, and where violence leaves lasting marks long after the moment has passed.

He is the author of the Shadow Bay thriller series and the Frank Mallory novels. His work blends psychological tension with grounded realism, following characters who are forced to act when the familiar world around them begins to fracture.

Before turning to fiction, Moore worked a wide range of jobs, including bartender, IT tech, touring musician, horse farm manager, and restaurant owner. His music has appeared in television and film, but his focus is now firmly on storytelling.

Moore lives in upstate New York with his partner and their little but fierce dog. Long roads, dense woods, and the quiet weight of rural places continue to inform the stories he tells.

He is a member of the Horror Writers Association and the Mystery Writers of America.