THE COLD ROOM, Book #4 in the Taylor Jackson series, on sale now!

_________________________

J.T. ELLISON is the bestselling author of the critically acclaimed Taylor Jackson series, including ALL THE PRETTY GIRLS, 14, JUDAS KISS and THE COLD ROOM (2/23/10) Published in 14 countries, she was recently named Best Mystery/Thriller Writer of 2008 by the Nashville Scene.

She is a former White House staffer who moved to Nashville and began research on a passion: forensics and crime. She worked extensively with the Metro Nashville Police, the FBI and various other law enforcement organizations to research her novels.

Ellison was mentored by one of her literary heroes, best-selling author Lee Child. He offered great praise for Ms. Ellison.

Said Child: "J.T. paints the feel, the context, the background, with deft, subtle, unforced strokes. She develops nuance, character and plot effortlessly. She's got talent and self-confidence, a truly winning combination."

She lists Child, John Sanford, John Connolly, Erica Spindler, Tess Gerritsen, Alex Kava, Jeff Abbott, Tasha Alexander, Greg Rucka and Michael Connelly among her favorite authors.

She lives in Nashville with her husband and a poorly trained cat.

For Interviews and Appearance Requests, please contact JT's publicist at Mira Books: Megan Lorius (Megan_Lorius@harlequin.ca)

Visit JTEllison.com for more information.