Submitted by Griffin Bay Bookstore

San Juan Islander Susan Wingate is launching her latest novel, “The Death of Vultures,” at 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Saturday, Sept. 22 at Griffin Bay Bookstore.

Wingate is an award-winning author of books that span the genres of mystery, thriller, romantic suspense, paranormal, inspirational and Christian fiction, fantasy, memoir and writing how-tos.

“Women’s fiction, specifically stories bending toward family drama and mystery, have always resonated in me,” she said.

Her novels are recommended for teenagers, young adults and for older adults who are young at heart.

“Since a kid, I enjoyed watching movies like ‘Cat on a Hot Tin Roof,’ reading Tennessee Williams books and Ibsen’s ‘A Doll’s House,’ anything Hitchcock,” said Wingate. “Those stories got into my bones. I love stories about the human condition where family and character are central to the story’s theme.”