National bestselling author Diane Vallere writes stylish, character-driven mysteries that blend clever clues, wit, and heart. Her stories span contemporary small towns, the glamorous mid-century past, and retro-inflected worlds, all anchored by strong voices and sparkling intrigue. A past president of Sisters in Crime Worldwide, Diane is the editor of the Agatha Award-winning essay collection Promophobia: Taking the Mystery out of Promoting Crime Fiction. Diane studied art history at the College of William and Mary and spent years in luxury retail before trading fashion accessories for accessories to murder. She currently resides in Pennsylvania.