Louise Penny is a renowned Canadian author best known for her mystery novels set in Quebec. Born on July 1, 1958, she has captivated readers worldwide with the intriguing tales of Chief Inspector Armand Gamache of the Sûreté du Québec. Her first career was in media as a radio broadcaster for the Canadian Broadcasting Corporation (CBC).

Penny's transition to writing marked the beginning of an illustrious career. Her works have won numerous accolades, including the Agatha Award for best mystery novel five times, with four consecutive wins from 2007 to 2010, and the Anthony Award for best novel, also five times, with four consecutive wins from 2010 to 2013. Her novels have been translated into 23 languages, reaching a global audience.

In 2017, she was honored with the Order of Canada for her significant contributions to Canadian culture. Louise Penny currently resides in a small village south of Montréal.