Douglas E. Morris has had 16 books published, was the editor of two award-winning weekly U.S Embassy newsletters – the Veneto Views in Rome and the Brussels Weekly in Brussels – had a monthly travel column about Italy in Primo magazine, and has penned articles for a variety of periodicals around the world, including The Washington Post, The Washington Times, Flanders Today, National Geographic Georgia, Smoke, Transitions Abroad, Foreign Service Journal, and State Magazine. His latest books are: THE DAILY AMERICAN – A rollercoaster of an atmospheric thriller, based on actual events, set in 1970s Italy that revolves around a newly transplanted American reporter who discovers that the English-language newspaper he is working for is actually a CIA front. The reporter then becomes entangled in a web of intrigue, espionage, and political extremism, putting his life on the line to expose the truth, showing how an ordinary individual imbued with the courage of their convictions can make a difference in the world. Combines the intrigue of Daniel Silva’s Gabriel Allon espionage novels with the energy of Lee Child’s Jack Reacher action thrillers. ROME MADE EASY – Offers you a local’s insight into one of the most captivating cities in the world. The author lived in Italy for over 15 years and has compiled his extensive knowledge into a comprehensive travel guide that offers up-to-date insider tips and expert advice to help make anyone’s visit to Rome enjoyable, rewarding, and easy.