Elizabeth Kane Buzzelli is an accomplished American author, particularly known for her mystery novels. She made her debut in the publishing world in 1983 with her first novel, "Gift of Evil." Buzzelli has also written under the pen name Elizabeth Lee, primarily for her Nut House Mystery series.
Buzzelli is not only a writer but also a dedicated writing instructor. She shares her expertise at Northwestern Michigan College, where she teaches fiction writing. Her work has been featured in various anthologies and publications, demonstrating her versatility and wide-ranging talent in the literary world.
Living in the woods of northwest lower Michigan, Buzzelli finds inspiration in nature for her writing. This is evident in her Emily Kincaid series, where she incorporates elements from her natural surroundings. Some of her notable works in this series include "Dead Dancing Women," "Dead Floating Lovers," and a yet-to-be-published book that features an eerie setting in the woods.
Buzzelli's work has been recognized and acclaimed by many reputable sources. For instance, her novel "Dead Dogs and Englishmen" was chosen as one of the best mysteries of 2012 by Kirkus Reviews. She is a prolific author with three mystery series to her name, including the Emily Kincaid series, the Nut House Mystery series (written as Elizabeth Lee), and another series that begins with "A Most Curious Murder." These series are published by Berkley Publishers and Crooked Lane Publishers.
In addition to her writing and teaching, Buzzelli is an active member of several professional organizations. These include the Author's Guild, International Association of Crime Writers, Sisters in Crime, Mystery Writers' of America, Michigan Writers, and Detroit Working Writers. She also serves on the Michigan State Library's committee to choose the best Michigan books of the year. Buzzelli enjoys interacting with her readers and can be contacted through her website, where she blogs along with her characters Emily Kincaid and Deputy Dolly.