J.C. Kenney

J.C. Kenney is an Agatha Award-winning and bestselling author known for crafting contemporary whodunnits set in quirky small towns. His debut novel, "Panic In the Panhandle," the first installment in the Elmo Simpson Mysteries series, was named one of the Ten Best Cozy Mysteries of 2024. Kenney's works are celebrated for their eccentric characters and unusual settings, blending humor with suspense.

A dedicated member of Sisters in Crime and the Mystery Writers of America, Kenney co-hosts literary webcasts such as The Bookish Hour and A Bookish Moment. Beyond writing, he is an avid follower of IndyCar racing and enjoys listening to music. He resides in Indianapolis with his wife, two adult children, and a cat, balancing his literary pursuits with his passion for motorsports.
A Darcy Gaughan Mystery Books
# Title Year
1 Record Store Reckoning 2022
2 Concert Hall Hit 2023
3 Magic Box Murder 2024
Allie Cobb Mystery Books
# Title Year
1 A Literal Mess 2019
2 A Genuine Fix 2019
3 A Mysterious Mix Up 2020
4 A Deadly Discovery 2021
5 The Dead of Winter 2021
6 A Parting Shot 2022
Elmo Simpson Mysteries Books
# Title Year
1 Panic in the Panhandle 2024
2 Murder Under the Marquee 2025
3 Dead in the Ditch 2025
Short Stories/Novellas
# Title Year
1 The Christmas Angel 2022