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About

Ella Andrew writes cozy mysteries and sweet romances filled with heart, humor, and small-town intrigue. She’s the author of the Agatha Royale Mysteries and the Ashford Creel Mysteries, where clever twists, loyal friends, and a touch of mischief turn ordinary days into extraordinary adventures.

Under her pen name Nicole Duprat, she writes uplifting romances about love, hope, and second chances—stories that celebrate the courage to open your heart again and the beauty of unexpected connection.

Ella’s books are known for their witty dialogue, memorable characters, and the cozy comfort of community life. When she isn’t writing, she enjoys long walks with her dogs, Lucy and Olive, collecting vintage typewriters, and sipping coffee while dreaming up her next mystery or love story.

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Analog in a Digital Year: How I Write Mystery and Romance in 2026 Some

Some people unwind by scrolling. I unwind by rewinding.

There’s something about the click of a cassette deck, the soft thump of a record needle finding its groove, and the quiet snap of a typewriter key that makes my brain settle. It’s not nostalgia for me. It’s fuel.

In 2026, I’m an indie author writing mysteries and romance, and I still build my stories with a lot of analog tools. Not because I’m trying to be quirky. Not because I hate technology. I use plenty of digital stuff. I just know...