Author Biography
Avree Kelly Clark is the award-winning author of Malice Aforethought, inspired by a true story of a murder in the small town of Pembroke, New Hampshire, in the autumn of 1875. Avree was then inspired to write her second novel about the most infamous serial killer to come out of her native state—a man born Herman Webster Mudgett.
Driven by meticulous archival research, Avree specializes in surfacing overlooked stories and voices, transforming forgotten documents into evocative narratives that resonate with modern hearts. Her approach blends academic rigor with the warmth of human experience, creating a bridge between our complex past and the present day.
When she's not working on researching her next book, Avree's a freelance proofreader and copy editor who enjoys reading, daily walks, kayaking on the lake, puzzling, and visiting the rocky coast of Maine.
Avree lives in southern New Hampshire with her husband of eighteen years and their beloved cat, Aloysius.
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Mini Biography
Avree Kelly Clark is a historical fiction author dedicated to resurrecting true stories of real figures and events. Her award-winning debut novel, Malice Aforethought, revives the story of a shocking murder in Pembroke, New Hampshire, in the autumn of 1875. Her sophomore novel covers the complete investigation into the most infamous serial killer to come out of New Hampshire—Herman Webster Mudgett.
When she's not working on researching her next book, Avree's a freelance proofreader and copy editor who enjoys reading, daily walks, kayaking on the lake, puzzling, and visiting the rocky coast of Maine.
Avree lives in southern New Hampshire with her husband of eighteen years and their beloved cat, Aloysius.
Note: This biography may be reproduced in press coverage or promotional materials with proper attribution to Avree Kelly Clark.
Suggested Speaking Topics
- Writing from Archival Research: Striking the Balance Between Fact and Fiction
- Bringing Real People and Places to Life: The Art of Historical Narrative
- Unique Approach to Writing About Crime: Responsibilities to the Dead
- How Topics Are Chosen: Writing With Passion
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Avree Kelly Clark's latest historical novel delves into the real events of just how H. H. Holmes—born Herman Webster Mudgett—was caught and summarily brought to justice. Witness the complete investigation recreated through first-hand accounts, court transcripts, hundreds of newspapers, personal letters and diary entries, and Detective Geyer's own book written on the subject.