“I wanted to demystify the life of a writer. When I’m on a book tour I don’t talk about the novel. I answer questions that people ask like, ‘What do you wear when you write?’ Now people can see.” There’s even a FAQs (frequently asked questions) section on the website that answers those readers’ concerns precisely.

When asked her favorite part of writing, she explains that her ultimate goal is to entertain people. “I want to write good novels. I write legal thrillers because it’s the style that fits my personality – impatient!” she laughs. “Legal thrillers are for everyone. Everyone wants to know what justice is and how it will be served. I can’t keep away from a courtroom – I always have Court TV on!”

Thousands of Scottoline fans can’t be wrong – she does entertain.

A personal appearance at the Law School will take place during Reunion Weekend when Scottoline will be a panelist on the subject of “Law and Pop Culture” on May 19th at 9:30 a.m.