Susan M. Boyer is a successful American author, best known for her cozy mystery novels. She has written the Liz Talbot series and has recently released the first book in the Carolina Tales series, Big Trouble on Sullivan's Island. Boyer's writing is influenced by her upbringing in a small town in North Carolina, where she developed a love for books and storytelling at a young age.
Boyer's passion for writing began when she was just nine years old, and she has been crafting stories ever since. Despite her early interest in writing, she pursued a career in the computer field after college. However, she eventually left this field to focus on her writing. Boyer's varied interests are reflected in her education, as she attended several colleges, including the College of Charleston, Catawba College, and N.C. State University. Although she never received a degree, she excelled in computer programming and worked in the field before transitioning to system analysis and project management.
Boyer's love for Southern food, beaches, and small towns is evident in her writing. Her novels often feature these elements, along with quirky characters and a touch of mystery. Her debut novel, Lowcountry Boil, won the Agatha Award for Best First Novel and the Daphne du Maurier Award for Excellence in Mystery/Suspense. Subsequent books have been nominated for various awards, including Southern Independent Booksellers Alliance Okra Picks and the Southern Book Prize in Mystery & Detective Fiction.
Boyer currently resides in Greenville, South Carolina, with her husband and four children. She enjoys spending time at the Carolina coast and connecting with her readers. She can be reached through her website, where readers can sign up for her newsletter and receive recipes from her books. Boyer's ability to weave together engaging stories that showcase her love for the South has earned her a devoted following and numerous accolades in the mystery genre.