Kelly Lane is the author of the Olive Grove Mysteries, which started with One Foot in the Grove. She lives near Charlottesville, Virginia, and has worked as a writer, editor, and public relations professional. An active member of Sisters in Crime, she participates in professional writing groups and workshops. Kelly enjoys a Southern, agrarian lifestyle that includes preparing locally grown and artisanal foods for family and friends. At any given time, Kelly s pantry boasts more than a dozen kinds of olive oil, including delicious Georgia varieties. She d be hard-pressed not to share with you a mouth-watering dish made with her favorite olive oils.
Praise for One Foot in the Grove An intriguing mystery and plenty of Southern atmosphere. --*Peg Cochran, national bestselling author of the Gourmet De-Lite Mysteries Charming characters and an atmospheric Southern setting make this a tasty debut for food cozy aficionados. --Library Journal (starred review) [A] great new series about a town full of Southern charm, and more than its share of locals who love to gossip. --RT Book Reviews Readers will be chomping at the bit to discover the real killer...Contain[s] mouth-watering recipes from the author, a real olive oil specialist. --Suspense Magazine Quirky characters and broad humor enliven this Southern belle mystery, and suspense keeps the reader guessing. --Gumshoe Reviews