Shelly Dickson Carr, an award-winning author, has a rich tapestry of experiences that inform her storytelling. Residing in Boston with her beloved family and dogs. Shelly draws inspiration from her vibrant surroundings and her life as a mother to three grown daughters. Her literary journey began in a home filled with books, where her love for mysteries was ignited at the tender age of ten, thanks to her grandfather, the renowned mystery writer John Dickson Carr. Julia McNiven was also a mystery writer, making Shelly a 3rd generation Mystery Writer. This familial legacy of storytelling continues to influence her work, particularly in her debut novel, RIPPED, a captivating time-travel murder mystery that won the prestigious Benjamin Franklin Gold Medal for Best First Book, along with multiple silver medals for Best New Voice and Best Mystery/Suspense.

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The Impossible Crime Murder Mystery Series

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