Lauren Carr is a highly prolific and successful American author, best known for her mystery novels. She has written several series, including the Mac Faraday, Joshua Thornton, and Lovers in Crime Mysteries series. Carr's love for mysteries began at a young age, when her mother would read Perry Mason books to her at bedtime. This early exposure to the genre helped shape her writing style and led to her successful career as a mystery novelist.
Carr's work is known for its tightly knit and interwoven narratives, as well as her ability to balance character development with plot. She places great importance on both elements, creating an effective and confident take on the mystery novel. Her writing has been praised by both book reviewers and readers alike, who appreciate her ability to seamlessly cross genres and incorporate elements of mystery, suspense, romance, and humor into her stories.
In addition to her work as a novelist, Carr is also the owner of Acorn Book Services and works as a publishing manager, consultant, editor, cover and layout designer, and market agent. She is also a popular public speaker, making appearances at schools, youth groups, and on panels at conventions. Carr currently lives in Harpers Ferry, West Virginia with her husband, son, and dogs.
Carr has sold over half a million books worldwide and has written over thirty titles across five different mystery series. These include the Mac Faraday, Lovers in Crime, Thorny Rose, Chris Matheson Cold Case Mysteries, and Nikki Bryant Cozy Mysteries series. Carr's ability to cross genres and incorporate elements of mystery, suspense, crime fiction, police procedurals, romance, and humor into her stories has helped her build a dedicated and enthusiastic fanbase. She continues to write and publish new mysteries, delighting readers with her unique and engaging storytelling.