Kate Anslinger

Kate Anslinger is an American author known for her gripping mystery and thriller novels, including the acclaimed "Grace McKenna Mystery" series. The series features Grace McKenna, a sharp-witted detective with a unique ability to visualize past crimes through the eyes of criminals, enabling her to solve cold cases. Anslinger has also written "The Town" series, standalone novels such as "Saving Jason"—her debut exploring PTSD—and "Dark Things," a psychological thriller. Her works blend suspense with emotional depth, often tackling themes of resilience and justice.

Beyond her fiction, Anslinger has contributed to the literary world as a ghostwriter, editor, and book coach. A veteran of the United States Air Force, she draws from her military background to infuse authenticity into her storytelling, particularly in narratives addressing trauma and perseverance. She resides in a quiet beach town north of Boston with her family and pets, where she continues to craft compelling stories that resonate with readers.
McKenna Mystery Books
# Title Year
1 The Gift 2017
2 Buried Secrets 2019
3 Never Tell 2020
4 Family Photos 2021
5 Chasing Ghosts 2022
6 Hidden Faces 2023
7 Bad Things 2023
8 Missing Women 2025
Town Books
# Title Year
1 The Things We Carry 2023
2 The Secret We Keep 2024
3 The Lies We Tell 2024
Standalone Novels
# Title Year
1 Underwater Secrets 2016
2 Saving Jason 2017
3 Dark Things 2025
Non-Fiction Books
# Title Year
1 Her Last Voyage (With: Heather Sawdon) 2024
Kate Anslinger Anthologies
# Title Year
1 #MomFail: 24 Authors & 24 Mom-Coms 2017