The Book Loft hosts Florida Writers Award winner Whittington on Jan. 24

Florida author Ron Whittington, who received a Royal Palms Literary Award from the Florida Writers Association (FWA) for his new thriller "In Disguise of the Storm," will have a book signing from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sat., Jan. 24 at The Book Loft, located at 214 Centre St. in Fernandina Beach, Florida.

In the fourth book of the series, businessman-turned-spy Parker Glynn is assigned to investigate the disappearance of a father searching for his runaway daughter who may be involved with a prostitution ring in South Texas operated by Pakistani ‘Risky’ Bhakta — who has suspected ties with al-Qaeda.

Glynn soon uncovers Bhakta has total control over women he employs — and is confronted with a twisted terrorist plot involving human trafficking and genocide aimed at Western civilization.

In "In Disguise of the Storm," Whittington draws on his personal experience as a first responder after Hurricane Ike hit the Texas Gulf Coast — where most of the book's action takes place.

Hosted annually by the FWA, the Royal Palms Literary Award is a highly regarded writing competition that celebrates excellence in writing across more than 20 genre categories for adults and five for youth. Judges selected Whittington's book in recognition of his exceptional work and dedication to the writing craft.

Whittington's other thrillers in the series include "Second Strike," "Dopplegänged" and "Free Surface Effect," along with short stories "The Devil You Don't" and "Seized Desires." For more information about upcoming book signings or to purchase any books in the series, visit ronwhittington.com.