About

Shelly Dickson Carr, an award-winning author, has a rich tapestry of experiences that inform her storytelling. Residing in Boston with her beloved family and dogs. Shelly draws inspiration from her vibrant surroundings and her life as a mother to three grown daughters. Her literary journey began in a home filled with books, where her love for mysteries was ignited at the tender age of ten, thanks to her grandfather, the renowned mystery writer John Dickson Carr. Julia McNiven was also a mystery writer, making Shelly a 3rd generation Mystery Writer. This familial legacy of storytelling continues to influence her work, particularly in her debut novel, RIPPED, a captivating time-travel murder mystery that won the prestigious Benjamin Franklin Gold Medal for Best First Book, along with multiple silver medals for Best New Voice and Best Mystery/Suspense.

Shelly's passion for storytelling is matched only by her commitment to the arts. As a trustee for the Huntington Theatre in Boston, she has traveled extensively to London, collaborating with the Artistic Director to discover new plays. Her dedication to the arts extends beyond theater; she was overseer at GBH and a founding member of the MASTERPIECE TRUST, which brought beloved series like Downton Abbey and Sherlock to PBS. With a Master of Fine Arts degree in Writing from Vermont College, Shelly's literary pursuits are complemented by her active involvement in various cultural organizations, including The Beacon Hill Circle for Charity and the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum.