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
4 Nowhere Safe 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