Alex Kenna
@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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Books: WHAT MEETS THE EYE, BURN THIS NIGHT
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Check out my conversation with three of the best writers of short crime fiction on the planet.
soundcloud.com/authorsonthe...
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February 12, 2026 at 2:44 AM
Check out my conversation with three of the best writers of short crime fiction on the planet.
soundcloud.com/authorsonthe...
soundcloud.com/authorsonthe...
Check out my conversation with three of the best writers of short crime fiction on the planet.
soundcloud.com/authorsonthe...
soundcloud.com/authorsonthe...
February 12, 2026 at 2:44 AM
Check out my conversation with three of the best writers of short crime fiction on the planet.
soundcloud.com/authorsonthe...
soundcloud.com/authorsonthe...
I had a blast as an Authors on the Air guest host interviewing three of the greatest writers of short crime fiction on the planet.
Episode coming tomorrow!
Episode coming tomorrow!
February 10, 2026 at 7:37 PM
I had a blast as an Authors on the Air guest host interviewing three of the greatest writers of short crime fiction on the planet.
Episode coming tomorrow!
Episode coming tomorrow!
Just pre-ordered THE RAVINE by Maia Vhance_ and I can’t wait to sink my teeth into this gothic thriller. A severed head + trad wife culture + a mysterious island in the Pacific Northwest = count me in.
January 30, 2026 at 5:27 PM
Just pre-ordered THE RAVINE by Maia Vhance_ and I can’t wait to sink my teeth into this gothic thriller. A severed head + trad wife culture + a mysterious island in the Pacific Northwest = count me in.
Just pre-ordered THE RAVINE by @maiachance_ and I can’t wait to sink my teeth into this gothic thriller. A severed head + trad wife culture + a mysterious island in the Pacific Northwest = count me in.
January 30, 2026 at 5:18 PM
Just pre-ordered THE RAVINE by @maiachance_ and I can’t wait to sink my teeth into this gothic thriller. A severed head + trad wife culture + a mysterious island in the Pacific Northwest = count me in.
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On Saturday, I’ll be at the Wheelock Branch of @TacomaLibrary
to talk crime fiction, prosecution, and writing query letters. I'm bringing query letter examples from published writer friends. Afterwards, please join me for beer and book talk at the Narrows Brewing on Proctor.
to talk crime fiction, prosecution, and writing query letters. I'm bringing query letter examples from published writer friends. Afterwards, please join me for beer and book talk at the Narrows Brewing on Proctor.
January 28, 2026 at 4:48 PM
On Saturday, I’ll be at the Wheelock Branch of @TacomaLibrary
to talk crime fiction, prosecution, and writing query letters. I'm bringing query letter examples from published writer friends. Afterwards, please join me for beer and book talk at the Narrows Brewing on Proctor.
to talk crime fiction, prosecution, and writing query letters. I'm bringing query letter examples from published writer friends. Afterwards, please join me for beer and book talk at the Narrows Brewing on Proctor.
As a writer, there is nothing more humbling than watching someone pick up your book, set it back on the self, and then walk off with Majesty Magazine's King Charles edition.
January 28, 2026 at 8:11 PM
As a writer, there is nothing more humbling than watching someone pick up your book, set it back on the self, and then walk off with Majesty Magazine's King Charles edition.
On Saturday, I’ll be at the Wheelock Branch of @TacomaLibrary
to talk crime fiction, prosecution, and writing query letters. I'm bringing query letter examples from published writer friends. Afterwards, please join me for beer and book talk at the Narrows Brewing on Proctor.
to talk crime fiction, prosecution, and writing query letters. I'm bringing query letter examples from published writer friends. Afterwards, please join me for beer and book talk at the Narrows Brewing on Proctor.
January 28, 2026 at 4:48 PM
On Saturday, I’ll be at the Wheelock Branch of @TacomaLibrary
to talk crime fiction, prosecution, and writing query letters. I'm bringing query letter examples from published writer friends. Afterwards, please join me for beer and book talk at the Narrows Brewing on Proctor.
to talk crime fiction, prosecution, and writing query letters. I'm bringing query letter examples from published writer friends. Afterwards, please join me for beer and book talk at the Narrows Brewing on Proctor.
Friends, I just learned that delightful and talented crime writer, Bobby Mathews, runs a comprehensive and well-organized online resale business with his wife. Check it out! And while your at it, check out Bobby’s books because they’re super entertaining. poshmark.com/closet/close...
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January 25, 2026 at 5:28 PM
Friends, I just learned that delightful and talented crime writer, Bobby Mathews, runs a comprehensive and well-organized online resale business with his wife. Check it out! And while your at it, check out Bobby’s books because they’re super entertaining. poshmark.com/closet/close...
Washington friends,
This Saturday, I'll be signing copies of BURN THIS NIGHT at the Kitsap Mall at the Barnes and Noble in Silverdale.
This Saturday, I'll be signing copies of BURN THIS NIGHT at the Kitsap Mall at the Barnes and Noble in Silverdale.
January 21, 2026 at 5:15 PM
Washington friends,
This Saturday, I'll be signing copies of BURN THIS NIGHT at the Kitsap Mall at the Barnes and Noble in Silverdale.
This Saturday, I'll be signing copies of BURN THIS NIGHT at the Kitsap Mall at the Barnes and Noble in Silverdale.
Tacoma/ Seattle friends: on Saturday, Jan 31, I'll be at the Wheelock Branch of the Tacoma library. I'll talk crime fiction, and how to write a query letter. I'm bringing good query letter examples from published writer friends. Hope to see you there!
tacoma.bibliocommons.com/events/68f94...
tacoma.bibliocommons.com/events/68f94...
Local Author Alex Kenna Talks Crime Fiction, Criminal Prosecution, and Publishing
Alex Kenna is a lawyer, mystery writer, and amateur painter. Before moving to Tacoma, Alex spent ten years as a state and federal prosecutor in Los Angeles, where she prosecuted crimes ranging from mu...
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January 11, 2026 at 7:28 PM
Tacoma/ Seattle friends: on Saturday, Jan 31, I'll be at the Wheelock Branch of the Tacoma library. I'll talk crime fiction, and how to write a query letter. I'm bringing good query letter examples from published writer friends. Hope to see you there!
tacoma.bibliocommons.com/events/68f94...
tacoma.bibliocommons.com/events/68f94...
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Our 75TH EPISODE of Dark Waters is officially live! 🎉 We sat down with Alex Kenna to discuss her novel “Burn This Night” 🔥 Tune in to the discussion on Spotify or your favorite streaming platform 🎧
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#mysterybooks #literarypodcast #darkwaters #thrillerbooks @alexkenna.bsky.social
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#mysterybooks #literarypodcast #darkwaters #thrillerbooks @alexkenna.bsky.social
November 6, 2025 at 2:15 AM
Our 75TH EPISODE of Dark Waters is officially live! 🎉 We sat down with Alex Kenna to discuss her novel “Burn This Night” 🔥 Tune in to the discussion on Spotify or your favorite streaming platform 🎧
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#mysterybooks #literarypodcast #darkwaters #thrillerbooks @alexkenna.bsky.social
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#mysterybooks #literarypodcast #darkwaters #thrillerbooks @alexkenna.bsky.social
I had a great time talking life and writing with @jeffcircle.bsky.social!
Out now. @alexkenna.bsky.social on The Writer's Dossier Podcast. youtu.be/9PUprKgRzOg?... | thewritersdossier.com
Alex Kenna—BURN THIS NIGHT
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November 3, 2025 at 3:57 PM
I had a great time talking life and writing with @jeffcircle.bsky.social!
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Out now. @alexkenna.bsky.social on The Writer's Dossier Podcast. youtu.be/9PUprKgRzOg?... | thewritersdossier.com
Alex Kenna—BURN THIS NIGHT
YouTube video by The Writer’s Dossier with Jeff Circle
youtu.be
November 3, 2025 at 10:49 AM
Out now. @alexkenna.bsky.social on The Writer's Dossier Podcast. youtu.be/9PUprKgRzOg?... | thewritersdossier.com
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The full episode will be waiting for you in the morning. Right now, here's a taste of what you'll get with @alexkenna.bsky.social.
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November 3, 2025 at 12:13 AM
The full episode will be waiting for you in the morning. Right now, here's a taste of what you'll get with @alexkenna.bsky.social.
thewritersdossier.com | alexkenna.com
thewritersdossier.com | alexkenna.com
Seattle/ Tacoma people - come join us on November 6th for an evening of cocktails and murder!
October 14, 2025 at 8:31 PM
Seattle/ Tacoma people - come join us on November 6th for an evening of cocktails and murder!
D*mn, I missed the memo that female creatives have to be pure-as-the-driven-snow. Guess I'll go download some AI novels and lock myself in a convent.
October 3, 2025 at 6:26 AM
D*mn, I missed the memo that female creatives have to be pure-as-the-driven-snow. Guess I'll go download some AI novels and lock myself in a convent.
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I still have some extra copies of BURN THIS NIGHT. If you'd like a signed copy with an individualized murder drawing, shoot me a message. Happy to customize to include your boss or your ex.
September 19, 2025 at 4:00 PM
I still have some extra copies of BURN THIS NIGHT. If you'd like a signed copy with an individualized murder drawing, shoot me a message. Happy to customize to include your boss or your ex.
Thanks Jeff!
Dossier Weekend Replay! Grab this hot novel from one of the coolest new writers in America today. Don't miss @alexkenna.bsky.social and BURN THIS NIGHT from @crookedlanebooks.bsky.social
(Also ... coming soon the podcast!)
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(Also ... coming soon the podcast!)
alexkenna.com | thewritersdossier.com
September 20, 2025 at 8:13 PM
Thanks Jeff!
I still have some extra copies of BURN THIS NIGHT. If you'd like a signed copy with an individualized murder drawing, shoot me a message. Happy to customize to include your boss or your ex.
September 19, 2025 at 4:00 PM
I still have some extra copies of BURN THIS NIGHT. If you'd like a signed copy with an individualized murder drawing, shoot me a message. Happy to customize to include your boss or your ex.
Reposted by Alex Kenna
Friends, I could frankly really use some book sales. So let's make this weird. If you buy a signed copy from me, I will illustrate it with an original murder. Like this dude who was buried up to his neck, covered in honey, and fed to fire ants.
Message me if you want a copy.
Message me if you want a copy.
September 16, 2025 at 2:09 PM
Friends, I could frankly really use some book sales. So let's make this weird. If you buy a signed copy from me, I will illustrate it with an original murder. Like this dude who was buried up to his neck, covered in honey, and fed to fire ants.
Message me if you want a copy.
Message me if you want a copy.
Hey querying writers, here's my occasional reminder: I have a bank of donated successful query letters on my website. Check it out if you're looking for inspiration.
www.alexkenna.com/blog
www.alexkenna.com/blog
Query Letters | Alex Kenna current
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September 17, 2025 at 3:40 AM
Hey querying writers, here's my occasional reminder: I have a bank of donated successful query letters on my website. Check it out if you're looking for inspiration.
www.alexkenna.com/blog
www.alexkenna.com/blog
Friends, I could frankly really use some book sales. So let's make this weird. If you buy a signed copy from me, I will illustrate it with an original murder. Like this dude who was buried up to his neck, covered in honey, and fed to fire ants.
Message me if you want a copy.
Message me if you want a copy.
September 16, 2025 at 2:09 PM
Friends, I could frankly really use some book sales. So let's make this weird. If you buy a signed copy from me, I will illustrate it with an original murder. Like this dude who was buried up to his neck, covered in honey, and fed to fire ants.
Message me if you want a copy.
Message me if you want a copy.
If you're in the Seattle area (and don't have too much of a Bouchercon hangover) come join us tomorrow for readings by a super talented crew of PNW crime writers
September 7, 2025 at 11:36 PM
If you're in the Seattle area (and don't have too much of a Bouchercon hangover) come join us tomorrow for readings by a super talented crew of PNW crime writers
Excited about Noir at the Bar tonight!
September 4, 2025 at 3:47 PM
Excited about Noir at the Bar tonight!