A.J. Finn is the pseudonym of Daniel Mallory, a successful American author and senior publishing executive at William Morrow / Harper Collins. Finn's meteoric rise to fame began with the publication of his debut novel, "The Woman in the Window," which became an international bestseller and was translated into numerous languages. The book has also been adapted into a film, further cementing Finn's status as a prominent figure in the literary world.
Born and raised in New York, Finn spent a significant portion of his career in publishing, working in both New York and London. He has a deep love for suspense fiction, with roots that can be traced back to his childhood, when he first discovered the Sherlock Holmes stories. This passion for thrillers and mysteries continued to grow, eventually leading him to study crime novels in graduate school. Finn's interest in classic cinema, particularly the films of Alfred Hitchcock, has also played a significant role in inspiring his writing.
Finn's academic background includes a degree from Oxford, and his work has been featured in various publications such as the Times Literary Supplement in the U.K., the Washington Post, and the Los Angeles Times. After living in England for ten years, he returned to his native New York City, where he now resides and focuses on his writing career.
In addition to his professional accomplishments, Finn has also been open about his personal experiences with bipolar depression, which has influenced his work. He enjoys engaging with readers and discussing books, both his own and those of other authors.