Ralph Griffith

Ralph Griffith is an American author and the Chief Technology Officer at XAK Media Group Inc, based in Vancouver, Washington.1 His life story is quite extraordinary and has significantly influenced his writing career.

Background and Early Life

Born in 1951, Griffith grew up during the Cold War era. As a teenager, he was drawn to the counterculture movement of the 1960s, particularly experiencing the Summer of Love in San Francisco's Haight-Ashbury District at the age of 15.1

Legal Troubles and Incarceration

Griffith's life took a tumultuous turn in his youth and later years:

• At 16, he had an experience with LSD that led to his placement in the Nevada Youth Authority, from which he escaped.1
• In his thirties, he was involved in bank robbery, resulting in over 30 years of incarceration in federal prisons.1

Literary Career

It was during his time in prison that Griffith discovered his passion for writing:

• His final 14-year sentence became a period of literary productivity.1
• He spent seven years alongside Bernie Madoff at FCI Butner, which inspired some of his works.1

Griffith has authored several books and series, including:

• "Monkey House" and "The Real Bernie Madoff" - exposés on financial corruption
• "The Harry Chin Murder Mysteries"
• "The Johnny Walker Detective Novels"
• "The Clyde Thomas Novels"
• "The Too-Sweet Sagas"
• "The Big Huna Novels"1

Current Life and Work

Today, Ralph Griffith resides in the Pacific Northwest, specifically in Battle Ground, Washington.1 He continues his writing career while serving as the Chief Technology Officer at XAK Media Group Inc, a position he has held since January 2017.1

Education and Skills

Griffith's educational background includes:

• Associate of Arts and Sciences in Business Administration from Chapman University (1987-1989)
• Studies in Japanese Language and Literature at San Francisco State University (1999-2000)1

He is proficient in multiple languages, including English (native), German, Spanish, Japanese, Chinese (simplified), and Russian.1

Ralph Griffith's unique life experiences have shaped him into a multifaceted individual, blending technology expertise with a rich background in writing and diverse life experiences.