Elisabeth Carpenter is a British author known for her psychological thrillers, including her debut novel "99 Red Balloons." She has published seven novels to date, with notable works such as "The Family on Smith Street" and "The Girl on the News," both released by Bookouture. Her upcoming book, "The First Husband," is set for publication in February 2025. Carpenter’s achievements include winning a Northern Writers New Fiction Award in 2016 and being longlisted for the Yeovil Literary Prize in 2015 and 2016, as well as the MsLexia Women’s Novel Award in 2015.
Carpenter holds a BA in English Literature and Language from the Open University, earned in 2011. She draws inspiration from her surroundings, often setting her stories in northern England, where she resides in Preston, Lancashire, with her family. Beyond writing, she enjoys films, travel, and painting. Her works explore gripping psychological themes, reflecting her skill in crafting suspenseful narratives that resonate with readers.