Michael Nava Books in Order

Michael Nava is a celebrated author of mystery novels, renowned for his groundbreaking series of seven novels featuring Henry Rios, a gay, Latino criminal defense lawyer. A six-time recipient of the Lambda Literary Award in the mystery category, Nava has also been honored with the Bill Whitehead Lifetime Achievement Award for his significant contributions to gay and lesbian literature. As the founder of Persigo Press, he has reissued revised editions of the Henry Rios mysteries and continues to publish new Rios novels, including Carved in Bone, which marks the series' return after a 20-year hiatus. Nava's mission with Persigo Press extends beyond reissuing his own work, aiming to publish emerging LGBTQ+ and writers of color, beginning in 2020.