G.M. Malliet is a highly acclaimed American author, well-known for her mystery novels. She has written two series of mystery books, the St. Just Mysteries and the Max Tudor series. Her writing is characterized by its wit, clever plot twists, and intriguing characters.
Malliet's love for mystery novels started at a young age. Growing up in a military family, she often moved around and found solace in reading, particularly mysteries by Agatha Christie. Her childhood experiences of living in various parts of the world, including Alaska, Colorado, New Mexico, Hawaii, Japan, and Europe, have greatly influenced her writing. She spent significant time in the UK, which she cites as one of her most memorable experiences and a source of inspiration for her novels' settings in Oxford and Cambridge.
After completing her graduate degree from the University of Cambridge and post-graduate work at Oxford University, Malliet worked in journalism and copywriting. She later decided to become a professional author, making her debut with the novel "Death of a Cozy Writer" in 2008, which won the Agatha Award for Best First Novel. She has since gone on to write several other successful mystery novels, including the Rev. Max Tudor series. Malliet's works have been nominated for and won numerous awards, including the Macavity and the Anthony.
Malliet is currently represented by literary agent Mark Gottlieb of Trident Media Group, New York. She has an active online presence, with a newsletter and an Amazon author page where fans can follow her for book release updates. Her writing continues to captivate and engage readers, showcasing her talent for creating engaging mysteries that keep readers on the edge of their seats.