L.R. Wright was a prominent Canadian author, known for her contributions to the mystery genre. She was born as Laurali Rose Appleby on June 5, 1939, in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan. Growing up, she spent her time in both Saskatoon and Abbotsford, British Columbia. Wright adopted the nickname "Bunny" and pursued a career as a reporter in Calgary before transitioning to a full-time writing career in 1977.
After publishing her fourth book, Wright decided to further her education and earned a Master of Arts in Liberal Studies from Simon Fraser University. Her academic background influenced her writing, and she later taught writing at the University of British Columbia. In addition to her teaching responsibilities, Wright also adapted several of her books for radio, film, and television.
Wright is best known for her Karl Alberg series of books, as well as the Edwina Henderson Mystery series. Her standalone novels have also received critical acclaim. Tragically, Wright passed away on February 25, 2001, after a battle with breast cancer. Despite her untimely death, her work continues to be celebrated and recognized in the literary world. She won the Arthur Ellis Award for Novel in 1991 for "A Chill Rain in January" and again in 1996 for "Mother Love."