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The Biggest Voices in Thriller Fiction Love the Latest Tony Harrington Adventure! 

James Rollins, # 1 New York Times Bestselling Author of Tides of Fire:
“Joseph LeValley’s THREE WEEKS IN WINTER is a tour-de-force of international thrillers, a brutal and twisty tale of arm’s dealers and terrorists both here and abroad. So many times, my jaw literally dropped at the surprising revelations and throat-clutching moments of suspense. More people need to be reading LeValley. Like right now.”

​Max Allan Collins, bestselling author of Road to Perdition: 
 “Joseph LeValley is one of the best writers of suspense around. Don’t miss his latest thriller!”

Entrada Books: 
With his fast-paced writing style and descriptive prose, author Joseph LeValley is once again capturing readers’ attention with his latest Tony Harrington thriller. From small towns to large cities, the author shows us how a few dangerous people can threaten everything we hold dear. Get ready for an exciting page-turning ride as you settle in with Three Weeks in Winter.

From an expert in the real world, Col. John M. Hinck (Ret.), PhD, Assistant Professor of Leadership, US Air Force Air University:
GREAT book!  Superb characters, believable conflict, intrigue, romance, suspense, and depth amid plots, twists, and turns -- written in a Tom Clancy-style. This has all the elements of a great novel --  a thrillful page-turner!

From Dave Elbert, Author of The Elbert Files: 
LeValley’s sixth novel about Iowa newspaper reporter Tony Harrington is another page-turner that kept me reading long after my bedtime.

From Online Book Club: 
5 Stars! I enjoyed LeValley's fast-paced writing style and vivid descriptive prose, which offer a sense of presence and intense adrenaline rush, evoking various emotions within readers. He does an excellent job of character-building and portraying emotions. He gives just enough information to keep the reader hooked and yearning for more 
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Winter is frigid, but fear is just as numbing, and death is the coldest of all.

Winner! Named Best Mystery/ Suspense Novel by THREE award organizations!

Three Weeks in Winter
Now Available in Paperback!

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THE NEW TONY HARRINGTON ADVENTURE IS COMING SOON!
​Pre-order Murder Suspended now!
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Book Launch Party Oct. 15 - and You're Invited!

Join us on Wednesday, October 15, 2025, from 5 to 7 p.m. at Mickey's Irish Pub in Waukee, Iowa for the official Book Launch Party! Live music, free food and soft drinks, and cash bar. Get signed copies of the books, and enjoy conversations about mystery, crime, writing, publishing, and all things books!
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READ THE SOPHOCLES RULE! THE REVIEWS ARE OUTSTANDING!

"A well-plotted mystery involving old coins and older grudges." - KIRKUS REVIEWS

"5 stars! Well-written from start to finish, with a convincing plot and characters who spring from the page... I found myself racing through it." - READER VIEWS

"What a great adventure. A clever plot with a series of unexpected twists and turns!" - DANIELLE FEINBERG, Director of Photography, Pixar Studios

"5 Stars! This book has non-stop action and suspense. Powerful characters, well-written dialogue, vivid and captivating detail, and a robust plot provide the reader with an exciting reading experience." - BOOK COMMENTARY 

"Fast-paced, engaging and suspenseful" - BOOK EXCELLENCE AWARDS TEAM, Toronto, Ontario, Canada  
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Award Winner!

"It began with a simple coin toss, which led to a mystery, which led to the unthinkable."

Order here now and get free shipping and a signed copy personalized to you!

The Sophocles Rule, won the Maincrest Media Award for Mystery/Suspense novel in January 2023. The judges wrote: "The Sophocles Rule marks Joseph LeValley’s stunning return as the fifth book in the Tony Harrington crime fiction series. Readers will fall in love with LeValley’s masterful plotline and stunning use of descriptive imagery. The twists and turns in the story are a welcome surprise that keep the plot moving at a fast pace. In addition, Harrington is a memorable protagonist who’s set to become the world’s next favorite unlikely hero. A thoroughly engrossing read!"
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Performing Murder On Sale!

​Performing Murder  Named Best Mystery/Suspense Novel
​of 2021 by the Maincrest Media Awards!
​Finalist for the Book Excellence Award!
"Irresistable!" - Maxwell Schaeffer, WHO Radio
"Rated 'E' for Entertaining" - U.S. Review of Books
"Compelling. Captivates on many different levels." - Midwest Book Reviews
​"Loved it! A good murder mystery with great characters, suspense, danger, romance, and a touch of humor." - Reedsy.com

  • A famous actress found murdered in Iowa.
  • A loved one charged with the crime.
  • Evidence against him that couldn’t exist unless the unthinkable was true.
  • A dark secret from the past fueling the fire.
  • An unspeakably evil person determined to destroy them.
  • A beautiful actress who says she wants to help.
  • A newspaper reporter searching for truth, even as his world is turned upside down.
  • ​Tony Harrington, in over his head… again.​
Join Tony and his colleagues and friends on their latest adventure, as a Hollywood movie studio brings a cast and crew to Orney, Iowa to film on location. It turns out they bring secrets, and death, as well -- and the greatest peril Tony has ever faced.​

The Third Side ​of Murder

Winner of Two Honors from the 2021 Incipere Awards!
The 3rd Tony Harrington Thriller is Available Now!  On sale!
On sale for just $21.95; FREE shipping! Will ship immediately! 

​Maybe his cousin’s fatal fall wasn’t an accident.
Maybe the stranger seen following her isn’t just a stalker.
Maybe the alleged mafia enforcer is something even worse.
Maybe the beautiful young woman isn’t who she says she is.
Maybe Tony Harrington is in over his head - again.

​Follow Tony to the Amalfi Coast of Italy and to New York City as he searches for the truth and risks everything to get the The Third Side of the story.
​Click the "Novels" tab in the menu to learn more, see some early reviews, and read some of my personal thoughts about it.  Also, the first two chapters are there for you to read - for free!

Second Novel wins third citation!

Now on sale! 30% off!

I'm honored to note my second novel, Cry from an Unknown Grave, was selected as the Best Fiction of the Year in the category of Social Issues, by the Top Shelf Book Awards. This novel also was named a Finalist for Best Crime/Mystery Book in the Eric Hofer Awards; and won a Finalist Award from the Book Excellence Awards based in Toronto, Canada.  
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Burying the Lede 
On Sale! 30% Off!

The murder mystery / thriller ​Burying the Lede is getting high praise from professional reviewers and readers alike. It has won two awards: The Book Excellence Award and the Maxy Award for Best Novel of the Year in Mystery/Suspense!
Order your personalized, signed, hardcover copy, on sale today for $19.95!
"LeValley draws on his own experience as a newspaper reporter to give the mystery an authentic feel. Fans of reporter sleuths such as Bruce DeSilva's Liam Mulligan will be pleased."
-- Publisher's Weekly Magazine

First Novel Is an Audiobook!

Burying the Lede is available in audio format. TV and movie actor David H. Lawrence XVII brings Tony Harrington and his colleagues and family to life. The audio version is available on all the standard platforms, such as Audible.com; iTunes, etc.  Hope you love it!
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An All-New Murder Mystery is Coming Soon. Check the "Novels" Tab in the Menu!

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International Thriller Writers,
​and The Authors Guild

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30+ years of experience speaking to groups of all types and sizes. 
​Available to speak on a variety of topics, including:
  • Thrill(er) Ride: Lessons Learned on the Journey to Becoming a Novelist 
  • It's Not Too Late - and Other Lessons Learned on Becoming a Novelist 
  • Breaking News - The crisis in local journalism and resulting threat to our society.
  • ​​Ten Critical Success Factors for Writers 
  • 6 Dimensions of Strategic Assessment - Discover your organization's true challenges and opportunities.
  • The Future Is... (Sorry You Missed It) 
  • Iowa Rocks - The state's critical role in the history of Rock 'n Roll music.

Learn more about these topics in the Events/Calendar section of this website (see menu). To schedule, contact me at: joe@josephlevalley.com 

Comments from those who have heard past presentations:

"Joseph LeValley visited the Mason City Public Library to share his writing experiences as well as interesting behind the scenes details about his books. His remarks were captivating, entertaining, and informative. The crowd thoroughly enjoyed the presentation, and they were pleased to have an opportunity to ask questions."
-- Jet Kofoot - Head of Adult Services & Archives

"LeValley was an engaging speaker who did a great job walking through his writing and publishing processes! He came across as friendly, personable, and humorous. Our audience loved him, and he did an excellent job at piquing interest in his books while not spoiling anything significant."
-- Charles City Public Library, Charles City, Iowa

"Joseph LeValley was a delight to have here at the James Kennedy Public Library.  He is a great storyteller and our patrons enjoyed hearing how he went from journalist to writer. They also loved the behind-the-scenes peak into the life of a writer, how the process works, and hearing where his inspiration comes from. We would recommend him to anyone interested in hosting him!"
--The James Kennedy Public Library staff, Dyersville, Iowa

"(We) thoroughly enjoyed Mr. LeValley’s (Zoom) presentation about his journey to becoming an author, with his award-winning book, “Burying the Lede”.   Even early in the morning, Joe was the perfect mix of story-telling and laughs. Members commented long after his presentation on how much they enjoyed it.   The group looks forward to hosting him a second time ... "
​​-- The Affinity Breakfast Club, a local business networking group committed to building long-lasting connections in greater Des Moines, Iowa

​"We thoroughly enjoyed having Joseph LeValley do a book talk at Ericson Library in Boone, Iowa. He is a fascinating person, and kept our patrons engaged by sharing not only his story of writing, but his life experiences as well. I would encourage other Libraries to book him!" 
​-- The Ericson Library staff
 

Hire "Tony" to Write for You

Need a unique gift?  Want a personal memento created by the author just for you?  You can hire "Tony" to write a news article about, or for, you or whomever you choose.  If you know a fan of the book, he or she may enjoy getting a personalized news article or letter from "Tony Harrington," written on Orney (Iowa) Town Crier stationery.  If interested, email: joe@josephlevalley.com
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