Vanessa Westermann writes mysteries that combine the heartbreak of murder with the joy of feel-good romance. An avid reader and author of sleuth stories, she is known for Charley Scott Mysteries and Murder by the Book Mysteries. She has been a former Arthur Ellis Awards judge, holds an MA in English Literature and a Bachelor of Education, and has taught creative writing. At the heart of all of Westermann’s stories are strong female protagonists inspired by the heroines in her own life.

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