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alexkenna.bsky.social
Writer, Shamus Award finalist, amateur painter, attorney, toddler wrangler rep'd by @lizaroyceagency Books: WHAT MEETS THE EYE, BURN THIS NIGHT .
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“It had been a while since a man asked me to dinner. In LA, you’re lucky if a guy buys you a drink while reciting his résumé.” @alexkenna.bsky.social

The "Murder Is Our Business" panel at last Saturday's @litfestinthedena.bsky.social. @jordanharper.bsky.social, @alexkenna.bsky.social, Gary Phillips, @rachelhowzell.bsky.social, and me. Thanks to the folks at LitFest for putting on a great event!

“I make a point of mentioning my daughter in my rare flirtations with men. If someone’s going to be scared away by the fact that I have a kid, I want to know up front. They basically always are, but I’m used to it.” @alexkenna.bsky.social

This Wednesday, come join me and these talented writers to chat about detective fiction in LA. If you need an added incentive, there's a pirate themed wife swapping bar just a short walk away.

Wonderful conversation with some of the talented Edgar nominees. It made my day to see my books get a shout out from the brilliant Joanna Schaffhausen and Kerri Hakoda. Nothing's better than hearing that writers you respect liked your work. crimereads.com/the-state-of...

This is up my alley. Going to try to make this event. Also - new bookstore in #SierraMadre! Color me intrigued. #FablesandFancies #bookstore #booksky #noir #detectivefiction #lasky

I’m super excited to join brilliant authors, Aaron Philip Clark, and @writelarrywrite.lawrenceallanwrites.com on May 7th for a discussion of PI fiction in LA moderated by the incredible Naomi Hirahara at Fables & Fancies, a wonderful new bookstore in Sierra Madre.

Well, this looks like a damn good panel! I'm thrilled to be the moderator and look forward to asking these kick-ass authors @alexkenna.bsky.social, @jordanharper.bsky.social, @rachelhowzell.bsky.social, & Gary Phillips about murder SoCal style. Hope to see you there! @litfestinthedena.bsky.social

Grateful to @thetimburgess.bsky.social for including me in this incredible group! If you’re in LA, come hear @rachelhowzell.bsky.social, @jordanharper.bsky.social, Gary Phillips, Tim Burgess and me discuss writing the dark side of LA. I've read all of these great writers, and so should you.

My book, BURN THIS NIGHT is a Kindle Daily Deal! Today only, the ebook is on sale for $2.99. Check it out if you like twisty, character driven thrillers, appealingly messed up heroines, and the occasional bonus body. Link: a.co/d/fZcKuIT

My book, BURN THIS NIGHT is a Kindle Daily Deal! Today only, the ebook is on sale for $2.99. Check it out if you like twisty, character driven thrillers, appealingly messed up heroines, and the occasional bonus body. Link: a.co/d/fZcKuIT

If you're at Left Coast Crime tomorrow (Friday March 14) join us at 6 PM at Tattered Cover for author readings and giveaways. Afterwards, join us for a drink at Pete's Satire Lounge (1920 E Colfax Ave)

Going to Left Coast Crime?Join us Friday, March 14 at 6PM for readings by Crooked Lane authors & giveaways. Next, we'll go for drink at Pete’s Satire Lounge - Jack Kerouac's old haunt. @cayceosborne.bsky.social @jenniferkmorita.bsky.social @browneallover.bsky.social @mindycarlson.bsky.social

Going to Left Coast Crime? I’ll be on the “Writing About Difficult Subjects” panel Thursday at 3:45 with @pegbrantley.bsky.social, @amyriversauthor.bsky.social, George Cramer, moderated by Sandra Murphy. Come say hi and find out why they put me on the ‘let’s get depressing’ panel two years in a row!

Going to Left Coast Crime?Join us Friday, March 14 at 6PM for readings by Crooked Lane authors & giveaways. Next, we'll go for drink at Pete’s Satire Lounge - Jack Kerouac's old haunt. @cayceosborne.bsky.social @jenniferkmorita.bsky.social @browneallover.bsky.social @mindycarlson.bsky.social

BURN THIS NIGHT is currently 25% off on Amazon. Check it out if you like twisty, character driven mysteries with small town settings: www.amazon.com/Burn-this-Ni...

Bouchercon attendees: you know that annoying feeling when you're filling out your ballot and you've got your first four choices, but can't think of anything to put in slot five? Let me help you.

Great book!

Excellent! #WritingCommunity @crookedlanebooks.bsky.social

@bookbase.bsky.social is featuring BURN THIS NIGHT as their March book club pic! I'll be tuning in to join the chats and can't wait to hear readers' thoughts about my book.

I know, I know, I'm late to the party. But I finished this one last night and loved it. Love a smartie pants PI who doesn't have her shit together. (There's hope for the rest of us!!) @alexkenna.bsky.social

Tomorrow, I'll be signing copies of my book Burn This Night at the B&N at the Glendale Americana from 3 to 5 PM. Stop by and say hi! Glendale Americana The Americana at Brand 210 Americana Way Glendale, CA

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On Sunday, I'll be signing copies of my book Burn This Night at the B&N at the Glendale Americana. Stop by and say hello!

I can't wait to meet readers and hang with my fellow @crookedlanebooks.bsky.social authors. A HUGE thank you to Tattered Cover Bookstore and @alexkenna.bsky.social for organizing all this! #bookevent #bookreading #authorlife

I'll be there! (four of these are my authors)

If you're going to Left Coast Crime come join me us on Friday, March 14 at 6PM for live readings by Crooked Lane authors and giveaways. We'll also be hanging out after at a local bar. @cayceosborne.bsky.social @jenniferkmorita.bsky.social @browneallover.bsky.social @mindycarlson.bsky.social

Thrilled for Dossier members @ashcliftonwriter.bsky.social, Henry Wise, and @bonniekistler.bsky.social for their Edgar Award nominations today! Learn more about these authors and their books at thewritersdossier.com

A great conversation as always and hoping for the best for you and all those who evacuated 🙏

In the midst of evacuating, I forgot this, but check out my conversation with Thriller 101! David Gwyn always does a great interview and asks interesting shop-talky questions. thriller101.com/alex-kenna-2/

Thank you @book_review_crew for a great review of BURN THIS NIGHT! “Kenna takes on the very real issue of DNA matches in law enforcement and how sperm doners impact those results . . . A fascinating look at how these connections reverberate I highly recommend.”

Hi friends, Just wanted to send a quick reminder that if you're attending the Left Coast Crime convention, BURN THIS NIGHT is eligible in the "Best mystery novel not in the other categories" category. Voting ends at midnight on Saturday January 11.

Alex Kenna is a dream guest. She lives as a prosecutor but makes her dreams come true writing. She's a great mom, wife, and friend. You are always welcome back!

It’s always a blast chatting with @seanadillon.bsky.social‬. Check out our conversation and then tune in to #BeyondtheMic for fun interviews with an eclectic guest list.

Grateful to talented and prolific author, Allison Brennan, for taking the time to interview me about BURN THIS NIGHT. To can check out our conversation here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=mJO0...

A new issue is up. We have reviews and giveaways of #books by Lesley Diehl, David S. Pederson, and Alex Kenna. We also have the latest mystery coming attractions and a fun #mystery short story kingsriverlife.com @alexkenna.bsky.social @crookedlanebooks.bsky.social

Thank you, Gumshoe Review, for a wonderful review of BURN THIS NIGHT! “Burn This Night is an excellent action thriller . . . I can't wait to read more adventures of her unique brainchild, PI Kate Myles.” Review: www.gumshoereview.com/php/Review-i...

Grateful to Kings River Life Magazine for a wonderful review of BURN THIS NIGHT! kingsriverlife.com/01/04/burn-t...

I had a great time talking shop on Making It Up with Carter Wilson! Check out the episode on Carter’s YouTube Channel: www.youtube.com/watch?v=dRPj...

Coming up Monday on the Beyond the Mic Podcast Author @alexkenna.bsky.social on her new book and #SteveTrevino on the next leg of his comedy tour. Over an hour of entertainment as we go #BeyondTheMic from the 2025 studios

Thank you @reader_ceygo for including BURN THIS NIGHT in your top 24 mystery/thrillers of 2024!

Thank you @bbradleywrites.bsky.social‬ for including BURN THIS NIGHT as one of your favorite 2024 reads. My book is in excellent company!