Sally Andrew is a bestselling South African author known for her mystery novels set in the Klein Karoo region. Her debut novel, "Recipes for Love and Murder," gained international recognition and was published in at least twelve languages across five continents. The book blends culinary elements with crime fiction, reflecting her distinctive storytelling style.
Andrew holds a master’s degree in Adult Education from the University of Cape Town and spent decades as a social and environmental activist before transitioning to writing full-time. She resides in a mud-brick house on a nature reserve with her partner, artist Bowen Boshier, surrounded by wildlife, including a giant eland and a secretive leopard. Her deep connection to the South African landscape and its biodiversity often influences the atmospheric settings of her work.
Balancing time between the wilderness of southern Africa and the seaside suburb of Muizenberg, Andrew draws inspiration from her surroundings to craft engaging mysteries. Her background in activism and education lends depth to her narratives, which explore themes of community, justice, and resilience. With "Recipes for Love and Murder" marking her successful entry into fiction, she continues to captivate readers with her evocative prose and richly drawn characters.