Sheila Connolly

Sheila Connolly is a successful American author, well-known for her cozy mystery novels. She was born in Rochester, New York, in 1950, and has since lived in various parts of the country, including Delaware, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, North Carolina, California, and Massachusetts. Connolly's educational background is impressive, having graduated from Wellesley College with honors and obtaining a Ph.D. in Fine Arts from Harvard University. She also holds an MBA from the University of California, Berkeley.

Before becoming an author, Connolly worked in several different fields, including art history, municipal financial advisory, non-profit fundraising, and professional genealogy. These diverse experiences have proven to be valuable in her writing career, providing her with a wealth of knowledge and insights into various subjects and settings. Connolly currently resides in Massachusetts with her husband, daughter, and cats.

As a critically acclaimed author, Connolly has three mystery series under her belt, all published by Berkley Prime Crime. She is a member of several professional organizations, including Sisters in Crime-New England, the national Sisters in Crime, Romance Writers of America, and Mystery Writers of America. Connolly is also passionate about genealogy and is a member of the Daughters of the American Revolution and the Society of Mayflower Descendants.

In addition to her writing, Connolly has had a varied career, including teaching art history, structuring and marketing municipal bonds, working on political campaigns, and managing her own consulting company providing genealogical research services. She has also served as a Regent of her local DAR chapter and a member of the Society of Mayflower Descendants. Connolly's personal interests include restoring old houses, visiting cemeteries, and traveling. She is also an Irish citizen and owns a cottage in West Cork.