Kelly Oliver

Kelly Oliver is a distinguished author, known for her award-winning and bestselling mystery series. She has written three different series, including the contemporary suspense Jessica James Mysteries, the middle grade Pet Detective Mysteries, and the historical cozies The Fiona Figg Mysteries. Oliver's writing combines her unique background and personal experiences with her talent for storytelling, resulting in captivating and engaging mysteries.

Oliver grew up in the Northwest, surrounded by the contrasting worlds of her maternal grandfather, a forest ranger, and her paternal grandfather, a logger. These contrasting influences shaped her perspective and provided the foundation for her future work as a philosopher and writer. After studying philosophy and pondering animal minds at Northwestern University, she went on to become a distinguished professor of philosophy at Vanderbilt University. Her background in philosophy is evident in her writing, as she skillfully weaves complex ideas and themes into her stories.

In addition to her mystery series, Oliver has also written over 100 articles and over twenty books on philosophy, including "Hunting Girls: Sexual Violence from The Hunger Games to Campus Rape," which won a CHOICE AWARD for Outstanding Title. She has been featured on ABC news, CSPAN books, and various radio programs. Despite her impressive academic accomplishments, Oliver has chosen to focus on her writing, using her skills and knowledge to create captivating and engaging stories.

Oliver currently lives in Nashville with her husband and three demanding felines. When she's not writing, she enjoys visiting her website KellyOliverBooks.com to connect with her readers and share updates on her latest projects. Her dedication to her craft and her ability to create compelling stories have earned her a well-deserved reputation as a talented and successful author.