He was born in Sleepy Hollow, New York; his father was a state trooper and his mother an artist. Bill holds degrees in biology, general sciences and theater from the State University of New York. Among many other things, he has been an actor, public speaker, and wrestling coach. He is also the owner of Jordan's Jack o' Lantern Pies + Desserts. Bill has three sons, all excellent writers. The oldest is a musician, and the two younger ones are actively involved in politics and current events.