Shawn Metivier is the author of BLUE MONK, BLIND ALLEY.
He is a former Chicago bartender who grew up in Oklahoma City. The move from OKC to CHI was a personality-shaping life choice that he will never regret. Both cities will be part of him for life.
Working the right amount of nights to allow for more creative energy has always been of paramount importance. That balancing act was quite the tango, but a dance he would never sit out.
He now lives in Ann Arbor, MI with his fiancée, Kendra, and Chicago rescue mutt, Lamont.
Virginia Ann is a consumer industry analyst with a decade of experience uncovering hidden trends, following the money, and making sense of complex business dealings—all skills that have translated well into crafting intricate mysteries.
Before venturing into fiction, Virginia authored numerous financial articles. Her insights have been featured in The Wall Street Journal, Forbes, and Reuters, and she has appeared as an expert guest on CNBC’s Squawk Box, BNN, and Bloomberg.
A lifelong lover of charming small-town whodunits, Virginia brings her keen analytical eye to the world of cozy mysteries, blending intrigue, humor, and strong female friendships. She lives in Wisconsin with her beloved cocker spaniel, Millie, and, when not devouring cozy
