Elizabeth C. Bunce

Elizabeth C. Bunce is an acclaimed author, best known for her mystery and fantasy novels for young adults. She has received considerable recognition for her work, including the Edgar Award, which she won for her Myrtle Hardcastle Mystery series. This series, which includes titles such as Premeditated Myrtle, How to Get Away with Myrtle, Cold-Blooded Myrtle, and In Myrtle Peril, has been a finalist for several awards, including the Agatha Award and the Anthony Award.

Bunce's writing is not limited to the Myrtle Hardcastle Mystery series. She has also written high fantasy novels, such as the Thief Errant series, which includes StarCrossed and Liar's Moon. Her debut novel, A Curse Dark as Gold, won the inaugural William C. Morris Award for a young adult debut novel and was named a Smithsonian Notable Book and an Amelia Bloomer Project selection.

In addition to her writing, Bunce is an accomplished needlewoman and historical costumer. She lives in the Midwest with her husband, her cats, and a mischievous boggart who enjoys stealing books. With her engaging writing style and imaginative storytelling, Bunce has established herself as a respected and beloved voice in young adult literature.