Adriana Licio is a bestselling cozy mystery author, known for her "An Italian Village Mystery" series. She is an Italian native who once lived in Scotland and has since returned to her home country. Licio currently resides in the Apennine Mountains in southern Italy, but frequently visits Maratea, the coastal town where her series is set. She finds inspiration for her stories in the small villages and beguiling settings of Maratea, often discovering intriguing tales to incorporate into her writing.
Licio has a passion for many things, including traveling, reading, walking, and savoring good food. She also enjoys exploring small villages and home swapping. When she is not writing, Licio can be found helping run the perfumery shop that has been in her family for decades. Alongside her husband, Giovanni, and her dog, Frodo, she enjoys taking walks in nature and along the beach.
Licio resisted a career in writing for as long as she could, fearing that it would reignite her galloping imagination. However, she found herself unable to resist the allure of a blank page, and her English, which she learned in Scotland, began to flow. She published her first novel, "Murder on the Road," in 2019. In addition to her love of writing, Licio is an avid reader and enjoys immersing herself in cozy mysteries.
In addition to her love of writing and reading, Licio finds peace and tranquility in nature. She enjoys taking walks with her husband and dog, and can often be found exploring the beautiful landscapes of southern Italy. Through her writing and her love of nature, Licio transports her readers to a world of intrigue and mystery, set against the backdrop of the Italian coastline.