Michelle Cox is an acclaimed American author, well-known for her mystery, historical fiction, and romance novels. She is best known for her award-winning Henrietta and Inspector Howard series. Cox has a fascination with the 1930s era, and she believes that she may have lived in that time period. Since she hasn’t found a time machine to take her back, she has resorted to writing books set in the 1930s as a way of getting herself back in time.
Cox’s Henrietta and Inspector Howard series has won multiple awards and received positive reviews from various publications, including Publisher’s Weekly, Kirkus, Booklist, and Library Journal. Her work has been praised for its engaging characters, intricate plotlines, and historical accuracy. Coincidentally, Cox’s interest in the 1930s era has resonated with readers and critics alike, making her a respected and popular author in the genre.
In addition to her writing, Cox also runs a weekly blog called “Novel Notes of Local Lore,” which is dedicated to Chicago’s forgotten residents. She is an avid collector of board games, which she doesn’t have enough time to play, and is addicted to period dramas, big band music, and marmalade. Despite her love for the past, Cox is active in the literary community and connects with her readers through her website, social media, and newsletter. Her entire series is also available on audio, narrated by the award-winning Hollywood actress, Jayne Entwistle.