Hello I’m RJ Beam

RJ brings over two decades of real-world investigative experience to his mystery and sci-fi novels. Beginning his law enforcement career in 1999, RJ has served in a variety of roles, most notably as a seasoned Crime Scene Investigator and evidence technician. Drawing on an additional background as a firefighter, he has also served as a local de facto arson investigator. Today, RJ continues his public service as a Deputy Coroner and sharing his expertise as a college forensic science instructor. When he isn’t investigating scenes, teaching, or writing his next novel, you can usually find him reading or at the CrossFit gym, where he holds several coaching and personal training certifications.