Janice Detrie enjoys writing Gaston the Poodle mysteries—this is her fourth! A retired literacy coordinator, she loves reading a variety of books, especially a good cozy mystery. Most days she can be found seated at her computer, writing or procrastinating about writing. Her hobbies include making jewelry, Zumba-ing, shopping at thrift stores and anything that gets her away from house work. She has two children, three grandchildren including a new grandbaby. Janice lives with her husband in Watertown, Wisconsin, which bears a strong resemblance to the fictional Crawford.