Sarah Graves is an American author, well-known for her cozy mystery novels, particularly the Home Repair is Homicide series. Born and raised in the United States, Graves currently resides in Eastport, Maine, a place that greatly influences her writing. She shares her home with her husband, John, who is a musician and luthier, and their black Labrador Retriever.
Graves' love for reading and writing began at a young age. She wrote her first story at the age of seven and sold it to McCall's magazine. Although the magazine rejected her story due to its unfeasible plot of a squirrel getting lost in the woods, Graves did not let this discourage her. She continued to write, drawing inspiration from her surroundings and the things she read. Her literary career took an interesting turn with the success of her unique novels, especially the Home Repair is Homicide series, which features the character of Jacobia Tiptree or Jack, an expert in home repair.
Graves enjoys developing plots around her central characters, Jake and Ellie, in the Home Repair is Homicide series. She likes to throw difficulties and dangers their way, creating a sense of suspense and excitement for her readers. When she's not writing, Graves can be found working on her house, which is similar to the one Jacobia Tiptree is remodeling in Eastport, Maine. She also enjoys gardening, playing the 5-string banjo, and spending time with her husband and dog.