Elyse Gray

Elyse Gray has always loved to write, though family and career came first for many years. Now an empty nester, she brings her long-held stories to life in the Claire Vaughan Mystery Series—cozy tales filled with heart, humor, suspense, and plenty of twists and tu

rns. She enjoys gardening, fishing, and raising Miniature Australian Shepherds—especially her “shadow,” Parker, who inspires the witty and opinionated canine “thoughts” in her books.

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Meet the "Real" Parker. Parker, the real one, is my faithful writing partner and full-time supervisor. He believes in long walks, strong opinions, and staying exactly three inches from my side at all times, certain his place is wherever I am. His loyalty is absolute. His love is loud. And if you’ve fallen for the fictional Parker, just know—he’s only slightly exaggerated. 

Every hero moment on the page is rooted in the very real dog who guards my feet and my heart. Loving him has been one of life’s simplest and greatest gifts. If there’s courage in these stories, it began with the small, steady heart that beats beside mine. Elyse