Elaine Macko is a fiction author based in the United States, who is best known for her Alex Harris Mystery series. She was born in New Haven and spent her childhood in Milford, Connecticut. From a young age, Macko exhibited a vivid imagination and a knack for finding intrigue in everyday situations. This imagination would later serve her well in her writing career.\n \n Macko's interest in writing was sparked while she was living abroad, and she decided to write a mystery novel. After several months, she completed the first draft of her debut book, "Armed," and went on to write three more books in the series. The series is set in the fictional town of Indian Cove, Connecticut, which is reminiscent of her hometown of Milford. Each book in the series also features a European connection, reflecting Macko's love for both New England and Europe.
Macko's writing style is often compared to that of Janet Evanovich and Cleo Coyle. Her books are known for their appealing family dynamic, quirky characters, and intriguing mysteries. Fans of the series have praised Macko's heroine, Alex, and are eager to read more of her adventures. The series includes ten books, including "Armed," "Poisoned," "Flossed," "Mahjonged," "Smoked," "Pickled," "Gunned," "Nailed," "Dipped," "Decked," and "Iced." The books have catchy names and are known for their light-hearted and entertaining tone.
In addition to her mystery series, Macko has also written a memoir titled "Fried Calamari Looks a Lot Like Onion Rings." The memoir chronicles her experiences living in Belgium for 12 years after meeting and falling in love with a local during a one-week vacation. Macko is also currently working on a sequel about her experiences moving back to America and re-acclimating.
When she's not writing, Macko enjoys traveling and has a passion for Europe. She has created a fictional town of Indian Cove, but eagle-eyed readers may recognize it as Milford, Connecticut. Macko is active on social media and encourages readers to follow her on her author page on Facebook and check out her blog. She is also available for interviews and speaking engagements.