Raquel V. Reyes Follow

Raquel V. Reyes writes Latina protagonists. Her Cuban-American heritage, Miami, and Spanglish feature prominently in her work. She is the first Latina to be traditionally published in the cozy mystery genre. Mango, Mambo, and Murder, Caribbean Kitchen Mystery #1, won a LEFTY for Best Humorous Mystery. It is being adapted for the screen as “Miami Spice.” Her novels have been nominated for Agatha and Anthony Awards. Calypso, Corpses, and Cooking won an International Latino Book Award Gold Medal. Her short stories appear in various anthologies, including The Best American Mystery and Suspense 2022. Raquel is proud to be the first Latina president of Sisters in Crime.