Meet the Mind Behind

the Mysteries

Diane brings her real-world fragrance expertise to her debut cozy mystery series. A seasoned professional who began at International Flavors and Fragrances, she worked with beauty brands such as Revlon and Avon while nurturing her passion for scent creation. When she's not crafting mysteries, Diane explores her lazy beach town with her Australian Doodle, Levi, and indulges her love of mystery novels.

Who Is Erica Sloan?

After a career as a ‘professional nose’ in the fragrance industry, Erica Sloan planned to retire quietly by the sea. But retirement doesn’t come easy when your senses are sharper than most. With Asbury Park as her backdrop, Erica follows her instincts—and her nose—straight into mysteries hiding in plain sight. Equal parts charming and tenacious, she’s a sleuth you’ll want as your seaside companion.