April Henry on Writing YA Thrillers & Mysteries (E56)
April Henry is the New York Times-bestselling author of 32 mysteries and thrillers for teens and adults. She lives in Portland, Oregon, with her family.
On the podcast, she shares her journey to becoming an author of more than 30 books for YA and adults, her writing process, the impact of awards, the importance of diverse characters, insights into her book 'In the Blood', experiences with school visits, and her literary influences and current reading.
April has been awarded the Edgar, the Anthony, and the Oregon Book Award.
"In the Blood," April's next book, debuts in May 2026.
To find out…
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