About the Author

Connie Shelton is the USA Today bestselling author of three cozy mystery series: Charlotte “Charlie” Parker, Albuquerque’s reluctant sleuth whose dog is her constant sidekick; Samantha Sweet, the 50-something baker with the magical touch; and The Heist Ladies, a team of five indomitable women who’ll steal anything…from the bad guys. Connie is known for a light touch when it comes to sex and violence in her stories, but is much more lavish with food and chocolate.

In addition to her novels, Connie has taught both fiction and non-fiction writing courses and was a contributor to Chicken Soup for the Writer’s Soul. She and her husband live in northern New Mexico with their two dogs.