Matt Coleman
Matt Coleman is a writer of mystery and comedy. Matt’s most recent detective comedy, A ROCKY DIVORCE, is the combination of both. His debut, JUGGLING KITTENS, was recently optioned for a feature film. His second book, GRAFITTI CREEK, was not. Matt’s comedic writings have included Raptured: A Sex Farce At the End of the World, co-written with Matt Lyle, and a three-year stint writing for the comedy podcast, The City Life Supplement. Shorter fiction can be found between the pages of Ellery Queen Mystery Magazine, online at Shotgun Honey, or at Book Riot, where Matt is a regular contributor. He is the father of two girls, who are growing up too fast. Matt lives in Texarkana, Arkansas, with a beautiful wife who is way out of his league.
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