Alaina Urquhart

Alaina Urquhart is a mystery writer and true crime podcast co-host, well-known for her unique perspective gained from working as an autopsy technician. Hailing from Boston, she lives with her husband, John, their three daughters, and a ghost puggle named Bailey. Urquhart has a deep interest in science and holds degrees in psychology, biology, and criminal justice, which have greatly contributed to her work in the true crime genre.\n As the co-host of the highly successful Morbid: A True Crime Podcast, Urquhart brings a distinctive viewpoint from her experiences within the morgue. Her expertise and charisma have led to her hosting additional podcasts, such as the Parcast original Crime Countdown and a horror movie podcast called Scream! Urquhart's days are often divided between recording podcasts and performing autopsies, allowing her to combine her professional skills with her passion for storytelling.\n Urquhart's love for coffee and her self-proclaimed similarities to Agent Clarice Starling from The Silence of the Lambs further highlight her intriguing personality. With her strong background in criminal justice and her firsthand experience with the inner workings of the morgue, Urquhart has created a niche for herself in the true crime genre. Her dedication to her work and her ability to balance her professional and creative pursuits make her a compelling figure in the world of podcasting and mystery writing.
Standalone Novels
# Title Year
1 The Butcher and the Wren 2022