PAIGE SHELTON had a nomadic childhood, as her father's job as a football coach took her family to seven different towns before she was even twelve years old. After college at Drake University in Des Moines, Iowa, she moved to Salt Lake City. She thought she'd only stay a couple years, but instead she fell in love with the mountains and a great guy who became her husband. After many decades in Utah, she and her family moved to Arizona. In addition to the Scottish Bookshop Mystery series, she writes the Alaska Wild series, which begins with Thin Ice. Her other series include the Farmers' Market, Cooking School, and Dangerous Type mystery series.
"""Captivating...Ghostly pubs and blustery winter scenes help create a suitably sinister atmosphere, while distinctive characters and judicious use of Scottish dialect add to the story's appeal."" --Publishers Weekly ""Filled with literary references that will tickle bibliophiles."" --Kirkus Reviews Praise for the Scottish Bookshop Mystery series: ""Vivid descriptions of Edinburgh enhance the well-crafted plot. Cozy fans will look forward to the further adventures of smart and intuitive Delaney."" --Publishers Weekly on The Stolen Letter ""The history Delaney uncovers...is fascinating and nicely woven into the tale."" --Booklist on The Stolen Letter ""Shelton stocks her tale with appealing characters and intriguing Nessie lore. Cozy fans will be rewarded."" --Publishers Weekly on The Loch Ness Papers ""Shelton's lovely depictions of Edinburgh, its denizens, and its bookshops will enchant lovers of cozies with a Scottish setting."" --Publishers Weekly on Lost Books and Old Bones ""The Edinburgh and greater Scotland settings are lovingly woven throughout the story, which includes details of literature and Scottish history...Delaney is a bright, sympathetic figure surrounded by well-drawn secondary characters."" --Booklist on Of Books and Bagpipes"