Karen M. McManus

Karen M. McManus is a highly successful and acclaimed author of young adult thrillers. She first burst onto the scene with her smash-hit debut novel, "One of Us Is Lying," which quickly became a New York Times bestseller and was translated into over 40 languages worldwide. After the success of her first book, McManus followed up with "Two Can Keep a Secret" in 2020.

Karen M. McManus is not only a bestselling author but also a holder of a master’s degree in journalism from the Northern University of Massachusetts. She uses the skills learned from her studies to create her novels, such as coming up with fake news and using it to craft engaging and suspenseful stories. Her background in journalism has no doubt contributed to her ability to craft compelling narratives and believable characters that resonate with readers.

McManus is a prolific writer, having written several critically acclaimed and award-winning novels in addition to "One of Us Is Lying" and "Two Can Keep a Secret." Her work includes the "One of Us Is Lying" series, as well as standalone novels such as "Two Can Keep a Secret," "The Cousins," "You’ll Be the Death of Me," and "Nothing More to Tell." Her books have been translated into 42 languages and have sold more than seven million copies worldwide.

In addition to her success as a writer, McManus is also active on social media, where she can be found on Twitter and Instagram under the handle @writerkmc. However, she is not often on Goodreads, so the best way to reach her is through her website or social media accounts. With her undeniable talent for crafting suspenseful and engaging stories, it's no wonder that McManus has become a household name in the world of young adult thrillers.
One of Us Books
# Title Year
1 One of Us Is Lying 2017
2 One of Us Is Next 2020
3 One of Us Is Back 2023
Standalone Novels
# Title Year
1 Two Can Keep a Secret 2019
2 The Cousins 2020
3 You'll Be the Death of Me 2021
4 Nothing More to Tell 2022
5 Such Charming Liars 2024