Mystery of the melting snowman

Florence Parry Heide was born in Pittsburgh and raised in Punxsutawney, Pennsylvania. She began her undergraduate studies at Wilson College in Chambersburg, Pennsylvania, then transferred to the University of California at Los Angeles, from which she received her degree in 1939. She moved to New York City and began working in advertising and public relations. When World War II began, she returned to Pittsburgh and became publicity director of The Pittsburgh Playhouse. She met her future husband...

Roxanne Heide Pierce writes mystery stories, often for younger readers. Her book, Mystery of the melting snowman, is a charming example of her work, known for its clever puzzles.