Jenny Kales is the author of "The Callie's Kitchen Mystery" series, featuring Greek-American protagonist Calliope Costas, a food business owner and amateur sleuth. Set in a picturesque Wisconsin town, the books blend cozy mystery with culinary themes, incorporating Greek and American recipes. Her recent release, "The Callie's Kitchen Mysteries Cookbook," expands on the series with additional scenes and recipes.
Kales draws inspiration from her love of cooking, baking, and mystery television, particularly shows featured on Masterpiece Mystery and Acorn TV. Her writing combines humor, community dynamics, and food-centric storytelling. A Midwest resident, she balances her writing career with raising two daughters while developing new projects, including an upcoming mystery series.