Dr. Carole Shmurak is Professor Emerita at Central Connecticut State University and the author of ten books. Deadmistress, her first mystery featuring professor/sleuth Susan Lombardi was named a Notable Book of 2004 by Writers Notes Magazine. Other Lombardi mysteries include Death by Committee (2006) and Death at Hilliard High (2009). As Carroll Thomas, she co-authors the Matty Trescott novels, one of which (Ring Out Wild Bells) was nominated for the Agatha for best YA mystery of 2001. She leads the mystery group discussions at the Farmington and Simsbury Public Libraries, and lives in Farmington CT.
Website: