Julia Buckley is an accomplished American author, renowned for her mystery and suspense novels. She has written several series, including the Madeline Mann series and the Undercover Dish Mysteries series. Originally from the Chicagoland area, Buckley is a member of various writing organizations, including Sisters in Crime, Mystery Writers of America, and Romance Writers of America, as well as the Chicago Writers Association.
In addition to her career as a novelist, Buckley is a dedicated high school English teacher. She is also an active blogger, maintaining a blog where she discusses writing and interviews other mystery writers. Buckley's love of mysteries developed during her teenage years, as she immersed herself in the genre's great works. This early exposure to mystery and suspense fiction has greatly influenced her own writing.
Buckley is a prolific writer, with several series to her name. Her Writer's Apprentice Series has been praised for its engaging, enjoyable, and surprising storylines. The Library Journal has named her as "a writer to watch." In her spare time, Buckley enjoys reading, playing Words With Friends on Facebook, and spending time with her husband and two sons, as well as their various pets.
Another notable series by Buckley is the Undercover Dish Mysteries, which offers a unique and entertaining take on the cozy mystery genre. Her most recent series, the Teddy Thurber series, is a departure from her previous work, featuring a male protagonist and a more hard-boiled style. Buckley's latest release, Death in a Budapest Butterfly, is the first book in the Hungarian Tea House Mysteries. She is a member of the Mystery Writers of America, Sisters in Crime and the Chicago Writer’s Association. Buckley is an inspiration to many, not only for her writing but also for her dedication to teaching and her love of mysteries.