Christa Nardi is an accomplished American author specializing in cozy mysteries. She is best known for her "Cold Creek" series, which follows protagonist Sheridan Hendley, an accidental sleuth drawn into solving murders in a small Virginia town. The series includes titles such as "Murder at Cold Creek College" and "Murder and a Wedding." Nardi also writes the "Stacie Maroni" series, featuring a strong female lead navigating personal and professional challenges while assisting domestic violence survivors. Additionally, she collaborates on a young adult mystery series inspired by classic teen detective stories.
With a background in higher education and psychology, Nardi draws on her professional experience to craft relatable characters and engaging plots. Her lifelong passion for mysteries, nurtured by childhood favorites like Nancy Drew and the Hardy Boys, led her to transition from technical writing to fiction. A member of Sisters in Crime, Nardi balances her writing career with travel, family, and her love of dogs. Her works reflect a blend of suspense, relatable heroines, and small-town charm.
Cold Creek Books
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Title
Year
Goodreads
Amazon
1
Murder at Cold Creek College
2013
2
Murder in the Arboretum
2014
3
Murder at the Grill
2015
4
Murder in the Theater
2016
5
Murder and a Wedding
2017
A Hannah and Tamar Mystery Books (with Cassidy Salem)