Kate Carlisle

Kate Carlisle is a highly acclaimed American author, best known for her cozy mystery and romance novels. She is the writer of the popular Bibliophile Mysteries series. Prior to her successful career as a novelist, Carlisle spent two decades working in television production, contributing to various game and variety shows such as The Gong Show, The Dating Game, Solid Gold, and The Midnight Special. She even worked as a Dating Game chaperone and occasionally appeared on The Gong Show, performing unusual acts.

After her extensive career in television, Carlisle decided to pursue her passion for writing. She studied law, which ultimately inspired her to begin writing fiction, seeing it as a safer outlet to explore her creativity. Her love for books and appreciation for the art of bookbinding led her to create the Bibliophile Mysteries, featuring rare book expert Brooklyn Wainwright. The series showcases Wainwright's bookbinding and restoration skills, which often reveal hidden secrets, treachery, and murder.

Carlisle's Bibliophile Mysteries have gained significant recognition, earning her several prestigious awards, including the Golden Heart and Daphne du Maurier Awards. She is an active member of various professional organizations, including Sisters in Crime, Mystery Writers of America, International Thriller Writers, and Romance Writers of America. Currently, Kate Carlisle resides in Southern California with her husband, where she spends most of her time writing near the beach.

In addition to the Bibliophile Mysteries, Carlisle has also launched the Fixer-Upper Mysteries, featuring building contractor Shannon Hammer. This series is set in the picturesque and secret-laden town of Lighthouse Cove. The Fixer-Upper Mysteries have been adapted into a series of movies by the Hallmark Movies & Mysteries Channel, starring Jewel and Colin Ferguson. Carlisle's diverse background in television, love for books, and passion for writing have contributed to her success as a beloved author in the cozy mystery and romance genres.