Christine DeSmet is an American author best known for her humorous and cozy mysteries, particularly the "Fudge Shop Mystery" series. Born in Wisconsin, she draws inspiration from her love of nature, animals, and, notably, fudge. Her writing style is characterized by a lighthearted tone, incorporating quirky characters and engaging plots centered around small-town settings. Beyond her mystery novels, DeSmet is also a successful screenwriter and educator, teaching screenwriting and fiction at the University of Wisconsin-Madison.











