Sheila Lowe

Sheila Lowe is an award-winning author of psychological suspense novels and nonfiction works. She debuted as a published author in 2001 with the nonfiction book "Handwriting of the Famous and Infamous" and transitioned to fiction in 2007 with "Poison Pen," the first installment in her Forensic Handwriting Mystery series featuring Claudia Rose. "Publishers Weekly" praised "Poison Pen" as "a dynamite debut," awarding it a starred review. Her novels, including those in the Beyond the Veil paranormal suspense series, explore themes of ordinary people thrust into extraordinary circumstances.

Like her protagonist Claudia Rose, Lowe is a practicing forensic handwriting expert who has testified in court cases, bringing authenticity to her forensic-themed mysteries. Her writing has garnered acclaim from notable figures such as bestselling author Jeffery Deaver, who described her work as "utterly compelling." Lowe's dual expertise in handwriting analysis and suspense fiction allows her to craft intricate plots grounded in real-world forensic detail.

In addition to her fiction, Lowe has authored several nonfiction books exploring the connection between handwriting and personality. Her diverse body of work spans multiple genres, from psychological thrillers to paranormal suspense, establishing her as a versatile storyteller with a unique professional background.
Beyond the Veil Mystery Books
# Title Year
1 What She Saw 2013
2 Proof of Life 2019
3 The Last Door 2022
Forensic Handwriting Mysteries Books
# Title Year
1 Poison Pen 2007
2 Written in Blood 2008
3 Dead Write 2009
4 Last Writes 2010
5 Inkslingers Ball 2014
6 Outside the Lines 2016
7 Written Off 2017
8 Dead Letters 2021
9 Maximum Pressure 2024
Non-Fiction Books
# Title Year
1 Handwriting of the Famous and Infamous 2001
2 The Complete Idiot's Guide to Handwriting Analysis 2007
3 Advanced Studies in Handwriting Psychology 2018
4 Personality & Anxiety Disorders 2018
5 Reading Between The Lines 2018
6 Succeeding in the Business of Handwriting Analysis: Keys to a Successful Practice 2019
7 Improve Your Life with Graphotherapy: Making Positive Changes That Stick 2021
8 The Power of the Pen 2022
9 Growing From the Ashes 2023
Sheila Lowe Anthologies
# Title Year
1 Murder USA: A Crime Fiction Tour of the Nation 2016
2 Infinity: A Suspense Magazine Anthology 2023