Elizabeth Elwood

Elizabeth's background includes acting, directing and stage management with community theatre groups; arts administration; singing in the Vancouver Opera Chorus; and teaching, directing and producing in Burnaby high schools. In 1991, she was declared winner of the Arts Council Annual Award for her contributions to the Arts in Burnaby.  In addition to writing plays and mystery stories, Elizabeth also creates marionette musicals for Elihu Entertainment. Born in England, Elizabeth lives with her husband and family in Vancouver, British Columbia.

 

Selected Bibliography

Short stories:

• To Catch an Actress and Other Mystery Stories: The Beary Family Mysteries. iUniverse, 2005

• A Black Tie Affair and Other Mystery Stories: The Beary Family Mysteries. iUniverse, 2008

• The Beacon and Other Mystery Stories:  The Beary Family Mysteries. iUniverse
  2009

 

A Black Tie Affair and Other Mystery Stories 
Operatic crises, political controversies, catastrophes at the skating rink and disasters at the Christmas pantomime—these nine intriguing stories will challenge mystery lovers everywhere.

 

 

 

 

 The Beacon and Other Mystery Stories 
 The third book featuring feisty city councillor, Bertram Beary, his     opera-singing daughter, and his detective inspector son.  From the title story, which deals with two eerily similar deaths that occur on opposite sides of Burrard Inlet, to the final tale set at a lavish Christmas party in a Shaughnessy mansion, these nine intriguing stories will challenge   mystery lovers everywhere. 

 “Smart plotting and a strong sense of place define this collection.  The beautiful settings and genuine personalities will charm.”  Kirkus Discoveries.

 

 

Plays:

• Casting for Murder: A murder mystery play in three acts. Elihu Entertainment, 2007; first performed – November 2000

• Renovations: A comedy in two acts. Elihu Entertainment, 2007; first performed – August, 2004

• Shadow of Murder:  A murder mystery play in two acts.  Premiere June, 2011.

 

Website:
www.elihuentertainment.com
 

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