William Bernhardt 
Ben Kincaid 

The “master of the courtroom drama” offers a behind-the-scenes look at his New York Times–bestselling legal thriller series (Library Journal). In 1991, William Bernhardt’s novel, Primary Justice, introduced his character Ben Kincaid to the world. The fictional Oklahoma City lawyer has come a long way since his days as a junior associate at a high-powered law firm. In this essay, Bernhardt guides readers through Ben’s journey in the long-running series, discussing everything from the development of his character to what’s next for Ben. Bernhardt also talks about his experience working as a lawyer, getting started as an author, doing research, and navigating the publishing world. Fans of the New York Times–bestselling series won’t want to miss this fascinating exposé.