A true pioneer of the self-publishing movement, William Mize is the creator of the Denton Ward and Monty Crocetti mystery series. The first book in his mystery series, "Resurrection Angel", was a finalist in the Best First Novel of the Year by St. Martin's Press. The book was also a finalist for the Private Eye Writers of America's Shamus Award for Best First Novel of The Year, the first self-published novel to ever be nominated for the award. Denton and Monty's journey continues in the second book of the series, "Everlasting Life."