Susan Hunter is an American author and former journalist, best known for her popular Leah Nash Mysteries series. She describes her stories as clever mysteries that feature unexpected twists and strong female leads.
Growing up, Hunter spent her time reading and writing, which led to her pursuing a career in journalism. She worked as a reporter and then as the managing editor of a small daily newspaper. After that, Hunter transitioned to work in publications and marketing at a university. It was during this time that she honed her skills at appearing engaged in academic meetings, all the while composing her grocery list in her head. In addition to this, she also taught a few classes in English composition.
Currently, Hunter lives in rural Michigan with her husband, Gary, who is an extreme extrovert. She is a self-proclaimed happy introvert who enjoys reading other people's writing, watching classic films, taking occasional walks, and having snarky conversations with old friends and family. She also enjoys eating chocolate chip cookies and answering emails from her readers. Hunter's love for reading and writing is evident in her work, and she continues to create engaging and intriguing mystery novels that her readers love.