Caroline Graham is a highly accomplished English author, playwright, and screenwriter. She is best known for her mystery novel series, "Chief Inspector Barnaby," which was later adapted into the popular television show "Midsomer Murders." Graham was born in Nuneaton, England and attended the Open University as well as the University of Birmingham, where she earned a Master of Arts degree.
Graham's writing career began in earnest with her first novel, "The Killings at Badger's Drift," which was published in 1987. The novel was an instant success and went on to win the 1989 Macavity Award for Best First Novel. It was also named one of the Top 100 Crime Novels of All Time by the Crime Writers' Association. The success of her first novel led to the creation of the "Chief Inspector Barnaby" series, which includes several other popular novels such as "Death of a Hollow Man," "Written in Blood," and "A Place of Safety."
Prior to her success as a novelist, Graham worked as an actress, stage manager, and radio broadcaster. She also wrote for the soap opera "Crossroads." Graham currently resides in Suffolk, England where she continues to write. Her work is widely recognized for its intricate plotlines, well-developed characters, and its ability to transport readers to the picturesque and sometimes deadly countryside of England.
In addition to her "Chief Inspector Barnaby" series, Graham has also written plays and screenplays. She is a member of the prestigious Detection Club, an invitation-only club for mystery writers founded in 1930. Despite her many accomplishments, Graham remains a humble and private individual, preferring to let her work speak for itself. She continues to be a beloved and respected figure in the world of English literature.