Wendy Sand Eckel is a successful author, particularly known for her cozy mystery novels. She has a deep-seated interest in the way relationships influence motivation, desire, and inhibition, which is reflected in her writing. Eckel has a diverse academic background, holding degrees in criminology and social work. Her professional experience in clinical practice has given her a unique perspective that she incorporates into her stories.
Raised in a small town in Ohio, Eckel developed a fascination for Maryland during her school years. She was drawn to the state's flag and made a decision in the fourth grade that she would live there in the future. True to her word, she moved to Maryland nearly thirty years ago and has resided there ever since. Eckel's connection to Maryland is also reflected in her work, as she sets her Rosalie Hart mystery series in the Eastern Shore of the state.
Eckel's journey into writing began with a story about a discarded vacuum cleaner that found its way back home. This early experience sparked her interest in storytelling, and she eventually pursued it as a career. However, she had an unexpected encounter when she watched the movie 'The Brave Little Toaster', as she felt that the creators had taken inspiration from her vacuum cleaner story.
In her high school years, Eckel worked in the shop rack of her father's Pontiac dealership, where she gained experience in running parts and preparing new cars. She also developed a skill for playing foosball in her leisure time. Eckel's academic path includes majors in Social Work in both graduate and undergraduate school, with concentrations in criminology and family therapy. Her professional background has provided her with valuable insights into the dynamics of human relationships, which she utilizes in her writing to explore the complexities of the human heart.