Judy Penz Sheluk

Judy Penz Sheluk is a highly regarded Canadian author, known for her distinctive and captivating writing style. She has made a name for herself in the realm of mystery and suspense novels, consistently drawing in readers with her intriguing plots and well-developed characters. Sheluk has a knack for building suspense and maintaining an ambiance throughout her work, which allows readers to feel fully immersed in the story. This ability to create a vivid and engaging atmosphere has made her a household name among mystery and suspense fans.

Before becoming a successful author, Sheluk worked as a journalist and magazine editor. This background in writing and editing has no doubt contributed to her success as an author, as she has a strong command of language and a keen eye for detail. Sheluk is the author of two mystery series: The Glass Dolphin Mysteries and the Marketville Mysteries. Both series have been well-received by readers and have been published in multiple languages. In addition to her full-length works, Sheluk has also had her short crime fiction featured in several collections.

Sheluk is a member of several writing organizations, including the Independent Book Publishers Association, Sisters in Crime, International Thriller Writers, the Short Mystery Fiction Society, and Crime Writers of Canada. She has even served on the Board of Directors for Crime Writers of Canada, including a term as Chair. Sheluk's dedication to her craft and her involvement in the writing community are a testament to her passion for writing and her commitment to her career as an author. She currently resides in Northern Ontario.
Glass Dolphin Mystery Books
# Title Year
1 The Hanged Man's Noose 2015
2 A Hole in One 2018
3 Where There's A Will 2020
Marketville Mystery Books
# Title Year
1 Skeletons in the Attic 2016
2 Past & Present 2018
3 A Fool's Journey 2019
4 Before There Were Skeletons 2022
Collections
# Title Year
1 Live Free or Tri 2016
2 Unhappy Endings 2016
Non-Fiction Books
# Title Year
1 Finding Your Path to Publication 2023
Judy Penz Sheluk Anthologies
# Title Year
1 Bake, Love, Write 2014
2 World Enough and Crime 2014
3 The Whole She-Bang 2 2014
4 We'd Rather Be Writing 2015
5 The Whole She-Bang 3 2016
6 The Best Laid Plans 2019
7 Heartbreaks & Half-truths: 22 Stories of Mystery & Suspense 2020
8 Moonlight & Misadventure: 20 Stories of Mystery & Suspense 2021