Karen Charlton writes historical mystery and is also the author of a nonfiction genealogy book, 'Seeking Our Eagle.' She has published short stories and numerous articles and reviews in newspapers and magazines. An English graduate and ex-teacher, Karen has led writing workshops and has spoken at a series of literary events across the North of England, where she lives. Karen now writes full-time and is currently working on the third Detective Lavender Mystery for Thomas & Mercer.

A stalwart of the village pub quiz and a member of a winning team on the BBC quiz show 'Eggheads', Karen also enjoys the theater and she won a Yorkshire Tourist Board award for her Murder Mystery Weekends.