Miranda James

Miranda James is the pen name of bestselling American author Dean James, best known for the beloved Cat in the Stacks mystery series. Set in the charming fictional town of Athena, Mississippi, the series follows librarian Charlie Harris and his lovable Maine Coon cat, Diesel, as they stumble into solving local crimes. James draws on his background as a librarian to bring authenticity and warmth to his cozy mysteries. "Murder Past Due," "File M for Murder," and "Out of Circulation" are among the fan-favorite installments that have earned the series a devoted readership across the globe.