Sylvia Nobel

Sylvia Nobel authors the intriguing Kendall O'Dell mystery series, featuring a Philadelphia transplant hoping to cure her asthma and start a new life as an investigative reporter in the small town of Castle Valley, AZ. All five of Sylvia's novels are based on actual events from local newspaper articles, many unsolved crimes. Set in the beautiful scenery of Arizona, from super heated exotic cactus laced deserts to snowy forested mountaintops, the state plays a constant character in her stories, worthy of tourism bureau note. It's obvious Sylvia loves the state where she was raised. She was born in Pennsylvania, just like her heroine. As a child the family moved to Cave Creek, a small artist community north of Phoenix. Writing became her escape and play as she developed characters who became friends. Sylvia is a member of Mystery Writers of America. Her fast-paced, suspenseful novels are enjoyed by fans of all ages worldwide. She is also a frequent speaker at book clubs, conventions and women's groups. Her talk on the "Fascination of the Whodunit" is a hit with audiences everywhere. Mother of two and grandmother of three, Sylvia lives in Phoenix with her husband Jerry and seven cats. Forever a cat lover, she volunteers weekly for Halo, an animal rescue organization. She also enjoys her mountain home in Prescott, Arizona, where year round temperatures stay 20 degrees cooler than the Valley of the Sun. Sylvia has recently produced a feature film based on the first book in her mystery series, Deadly Sanctuary, a million seller! It is available on DVD through major retailers, streaming online and ON DEMAND cable. The film stars Dean Cain, Eric Roberts and Daniel Baldwin. Rebekah Kochan plays feisty reporter Kendall O'Dell, who like her creator, has flaming curly red hair! Sylvia's third book, Dark Moon Crossing has recently hit number one e-book download on Amazon. Devil's Cradle, the second book, is currently in pre-production for the second movie in the series. Sylvia maintains an active Fan Club Newletter and social media presence and loves to hear from fans, reading every review with great interest. Several fans were recently her guests at the premiere of her movie Deadly Sanctuary. Fan contests for t-shirts and posters are frequently posted on her site.