D.E. Ireland is the pen name of American authors Sharon Pisacreta and Meg Mims, who are known for their collaboration on humor, mystery, comedy, and historical mystery novels. These two award-winning writers have been friends for a long time and have worked together on several projects. They have cited their inspiration for their unique novel series, based on George Bernard Shaw's play Pygmalion, from the play's plot and the soundtrack of the movie My Fair Lady. They have also introduced some new characters to the series, adding their own creative touch.
Sharon and Meg share a love for reading and often meet for tea to discuss topics of history. In addition to writing together, both authors have their own separate writing careers. Sharon, who was born and raised in Detroit, Michigan, began writing in her twenties and has since written several mystery and romance novels under her original name and the pseudonym Cynthia Kirk. She is also known for her popular mystery series, The Berry Basket series, which she writes as Sharon Farrow.
Meg Mims, on the other hand, writes the Shamelessly Adorable Teddy Bear cozies, plus novellas as Meg Macy and also historical westerns as Meg Mims. She shares Sharon's love for tea, books, and history, and both authors have patient husbands and brilliant daughters. They can be followed on various social media platforms, including Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and Pinterest, under the name D.E. Ireland. The Eliza Doolittle and Henry Higgins novel series written by Ireland is an Agatha Award nominated series, showcasing their talent for writing engaging and humorous mysteries.