Susanna Kearsley

New York Times Bestselling Author

Susanna Kearsley

“I’ve loved every one of Susanna’s books! She has bedrock research and a butterfly’s delicate touch with characters—sure recipe for historical fiction that pulls you in and won’t let go!”

— Diana Gabaldon, New York Times #1 bestselling author of the Outlander series

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About Me

Photo of author Susanna Kearsley (by Marion McKinnon Photography)

As a former museum curator, I love restoring the lost voices of real people to the page, interweaving romance and historical intrigue with modern adventure. (Photo: Marion McKinnon Photography)

Sneak a peek at what I’m writing now, and find out what I’m reading; learn what’s coming next, meet some writers I love, and read personal tributes to those who have passed.

Featured Book

Every Secret Thing

Some secrets refuse to die.

When journalist Kate Murray is approached by a stranger desperate to reveal the truth about a long-buried crime, her life is upended, and a dangerous journey begins. A tangled web of betrayal, loyalty, and courage draws Kate in as she follows the trail from present-day London to the shadowy alleys of wartime Europe. The answers lie in her own family’s hidden past, but with every step, she awakens powerful enemies. To bring a killer to justice, Kate must risk not only her career—but her life.

Kearsley has a poetic sensibility and a sense of mystery; she could write the modern Rebecca.

— The Bookseller

More to Do

Have a burning question for me? From writing to reading and everything in-between, I’ve answered many questions through the years. (Photo: James Grant Ferr)
Even between books, I keep on the move! Check out where I’ll be for upcoming events so you can meet me in person.

Recent Blog Posts

No Random Meetings

I was given a lot of advice, starting out: write the stories that you want to write. When you get knocked down, always stand up again. And don’t forget that your publisher isn’t your family. All...

My First British Book Events

Two weeks from now, in Cornwall and Hampshire, I'll be joining two amazing writers for a mini-tour of bookshop events. Which, for me, is a wonderful thing, because in the thirty-two years that my...

Why Read Romance?

This isn't a new post. It first appeared twelve years ago on my old blog, "A Woman In Jeopardy", and I dug it out again a few years back and posted it again here on my website. But because I...

Happy Birthday, John Moray!

It's January 18th – John Moray's birthday! And lest you think I'm losing my mind here in my writing room, starting to believe my characters are real people, let me reassure you that John Moray, hero...