Did you know that "Maria DiRico" and "Ellen Byron" are the same person? That's right, "Maria DiRico" is the pen name for the Catering Hall Mysteries. How did I come up with that name? Well, it was inspired by a real person very special to me. As I celebrate the upcoming launch of LONG ISLAND ICED TINA, my second Cajun Country Mystery, watch this video to learn about the real Maria DiRico.

And here's cover for LONG ISLAND ICED TINA. I love it!