L. A. Chandlar

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Laurie Chandlar (born 1971) is an American author of historical mystery novels. She is best known for her Art Deco Mystery series.

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Biography

Chandlar was born in 1971, [1] and grew up in Metro Detroit. She received a bachelor's degree from the University of Michigan, where she double-majored in English and public relations. While at the University of Michigan, she met her husband. [2]

Following graduation, Chandlar worked for General Motors. In 2001, she and her husband moved to New York City, where she continues to live. [2]

Awards

Awards for Chandlar's writing [1]
YearTitleAwardResultRef.
2018The Gold Pawn Agatha Award for Best Historical Novel Finalist [3] [4]
2019The Pearl Dagger Agatha Award for Best Historical Novel Finalist [5] [6]
2020 Anthony Award for Best Paperback Original Finalist [7] [8]
Lefty Award for Best Historical Mystery Finalist [9] [10]
Macavity Award for Best Historical Mystery Finalist [11] [12]

Publications

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