Simone Stier writes humorous cozy mystery novels featuring female amateur sleuths, small-town secrets, murder investigations and quirky communities. Set in the charming Southern towns of Magnolia Grove and Southport, her books blend coffee shop mysteries, bookish intrigue, gossip, friendship and clever whodunits with heart. Her heroines are often starting over, building new lives and uncovering trouble in places where everyone seems to know everyone—and someone is always hiding something. Simone lives in North Carolina with her husband and writing partner, Peter. Together, they create clean, fun mysteries filled with charm, community and just enough danger to keep readers turning pages.