Sally Berneathy is a successful American author, particularly known for her mystery, fiction, and romance novels. She was born and raised in a small rural town in southern Oklahoma, where storytelling was an integral part of her family's entertainment. Growing up, she was regaled with ghost stories, happy tales, and humorous anecdotes, which undoubtedly nurtured her innate ability to weave captivating stories.
Berneathy's writing journey has been significantly influenced by her personal experiences. She has been married three times, which provided rich material for her romantic novels. However, her focus shifted after her divorces when she found herself fantasizing about murdering her ex-husbands. She channeled these feelings into her writing, leading to her current genre of cozy mysteries and ghost stories. Despite the dramatic shift in themes, her stories often incorporate elements of humor and, in some cases, even chocolate.
In addition to her cozy mystery series, "Death by Chocolate" and "Charley's Ghost," Berneathy has also written fifteen romance novels, ranging from light-hearted comedy to dark suspense. Her work has been recognized with several awards, including the National Readers' Choice, Romantic Times Best Silhouette, and two Rita finalist slots. Despite her success in the romance genre, she decided to focus on murder and the supernatural after her last divorce. Apart from writing, Berneathy enjoys reading, eating chocolate, and riding her Harley.