Caitlin Rother
@caitlinrother.bsky.social
NYT bestselling author of 16 books: true crime, thrillers, and memoir. TV commentator, executive producer, writing-research coach- consultant, pianist, swimmer.
Check out my latest Substack: HOOKED, my upcoming thriller, was written out of nostalgia for my tribe of journalists and Ye Olde Newsroom.
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HOOKED, my upcoming thriller, was written out of nostalgia for ye olde newsroom
I often say, “I miss the newsroom,” a reference not only to the place where I used to work, but the feeling of camaraderie I found there with other reporters and editors.
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December 4, 2025 at 4:22 PM
Check out my latest Substack: HOOKED, my upcoming thriller, was written out of nostalgia for my tribe of journalists and Ye Olde Newsroom.
caitlinrother.substack.com/p/hooked-was...
caitlinrother.substack.com/p/hooked-was...
Just in: “Sunshine, murder, and money—Caitlin Rother’s appropriately titled HOOKED has it all, and feeds it to the reader one stimulating bite at a time. Rother's tight plot and sharp details bait the reader into joining her on this thrilling ride.”
--Jaime Parker Stickle, author of VICIOUS CYCLE
--Jaime Parker Stickle, author of VICIOUS CYCLE
December 1, 2025 at 5:35 PM
Just in: “Sunshine, murder, and money—Caitlin Rother’s appropriately titled HOOKED has it all, and feeds it to the reader one stimulating bite at a time. Rother's tight plot and sharp details bait the reader into joining her on this thrilling ride.”
--Jaime Parker Stickle, author of VICIOUS CYCLE
--Jaime Parker Stickle, author of VICIOUS CYCLE
I am so excited and grateful for this review of HOOKED by Jennifer Silva Redmond, who was "hooked" as soon as she read about investigative reporter Katrina Chopin: "But all that pales in comparison to the plot—which grabbed my interest from the first pages and never let go."
Thank you, Jennifer!
Thank you, Jennifer!
True-to-Life Fictional Crime, Down South
Another in my series of book-reviews-as-memoir
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November 29, 2025 at 5:41 PM
I am so excited and grateful for this review of HOOKED by Jennifer Silva Redmond, who was "hooked" as soon as she read about investigative reporter Katrina Chopin: "But all that pales in comparison to the plot—which grabbed my interest from the first pages and never let go."
Thank you, Jennifer!
Thank you, Jennifer!
I'd really like to connect with readers and authors here, because FB is filled with ads and crap. My friends' posts are lost, like mine. It feels daunting to try to get the word out about my 2 upcoming thrillers, let alone the 2 true crime books that came out this year. Are you out there?
October 31, 2025 at 4:03 PM
I'd really like to connect with readers and authors here, because FB is filled with ads and crap. My friends' posts are lost, like mine. It feels daunting to try to get the word out about my 2 upcoming thrillers, let alone the 2 true crime books that came out this year. Are you out there?
SALE: Today only, the ebook of #downtothebone for only $3.99! www.amazon.com/Down-Bone-Mi...
Down to the Bone: A Missing Family's Murder and the Elusive Quest for Justice
Amazon.com: Down to the Bone: A Missing Family's Murder and the Elusive Quest for Justice eBook : Rother, Caitlin: Kindle Store
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October 30, 2025 at 3:53 PM
SALE: Today only, the ebook of #downtothebone for only $3.99! www.amazon.com/Down-Bone-Mi...
For SoCal MWA members, a virtual panel discussion on writing true crime books tomorrow (Sun) at 11am. Register here--https://www.crowdcast.io/c/writingtruecrime?fbclid=IwdGRjcANqaqpjbGNrA2N1V2V4dG4DYWVtAjExAAEeE8WHC5koy8u40vyl_jmzo7yYLiZHtJ5grFC7wZzCwImy4BdF_4culy7nstw_aem_yBPmMKv6Y999Zc59BV995g
Legal Aspects of Writing True Crime
Register now for Legal Aspects of Writing True Crime on crowdcast, scheduled to go live on October 26, 2025, 11:00 AM PDT.
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October 26, 2025 at 2:49 AM
For SoCal MWA members, a virtual panel discussion on writing true crime books tomorrow (Sun) at 11am. Register here--https://www.crowdcast.io/c/writingtruecrime?fbclid=IwdGRjcANqaqpjbGNrA2N1V2V4dG4DYWVtAjExAAEeE8WHC5koy8u40vyl_jmzo7yYLiZHtJ5grFC7wZzCwImy4BdF_4culy7nstw_aem_yBPmMKv6Y999Zc59BV995g
SALE TODAY: Just $3.99 for the ebook today! I'm also about to do two interviews for new TV documentaries on this case!
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Dead Reckoning
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October 24, 2025 at 3:17 PM
SALE TODAY: Just $3.99 for the ebook today! I'm also about to do two interviews for new TV documentaries on this case!
www.amazon.com/Dead-Reckoni...
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I'll be doing one last book talk about #downtothebone tomorrow, Friday, Oct. 24 at 2pm at the San Carlos Library. I will sell and sign books afterward. Will I see you? This will be my last planned public book event until the launch of HOOKED, my new thriller, in February.
October 23, 2025 at 3:55 PM
I'll be doing one last book talk about #downtothebone tomorrow, Friday, Oct. 24 at 2pm at the San Carlos Library. I will sell and sign books afterward. Will I see you? This will be my last planned public book event until the launch of HOOKED, my new thriller, in February.
Have a listen to our lively discussion about the McStay family murders. m.youtube.com/watch?v=PavU...
Caitlin Rother: Down to the Bone | The McStay Family Murders Explained | Santana True Crime Podcast
YouTube video by Santana True Crime
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October 14, 2025 at 5:06 PM
Have a listen to our lively discussion about the McStay family murders. m.youtube.com/watch?v=PavU...
Amid all the chaos and mayhem, a nice man handed out flowers to the ladies at the breakfast place in my neighborhood this morning. "Because it matters," he said, asking Geza's permission to give me this pretty yellow rose with peach tipping. Yes, it does. Thank you.
October 5, 2025 at 11:10 PM
Amid all the chaos and mayhem, a nice man handed out flowers to the ladies at the breakfast place in my neighborhood this morning. "Because it matters," he said, asking Geza's permission to give me this pretty yellow rose with peach tipping. Yes, it does. Thank you.
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I'll be signing #downtothebone, ##deathonoceanboulevard, and #bodyparts at the Barnes & Noble in Encinitas this Saturday at 1 pm. Come on by and pick up a copy!
October 1, 2025 at 3:44 PM
I'll be signing #downtothebone, ##deathonoceanboulevard, and #bodyparts at the Barnes & Noble in Encinitas this Saturday at 1 pm. Come on by and pick up a copy!
I'll be signing #downtothebone, ##deathonoceanboulevard, and #bodyparts at the Barnes & Noble in Encinitas this Saturday at 1 pm. Come on by and pick up a copy!
October 1, 2025 at 3:44 PM
I'll be signing #downtothebone, ##deathonoceanboulevard, and #bodyparts at the Barnes & Noble in Encinitas this Saturday at 1 pm. Come on by and pick up a copy!
Cover reveals for my new thriller series, which launches on Feb. 1. Click on images for the full view.
September 24, 2025 at 4:14 PM
Cover reveals for my new thriller series, which launches on Feb. 1. Click on images for the full view.
My latest on Substack... trying to take a break, but there is so much chaos right now. caitlinrother.substack.com/p/a-pause-to...
Highlights from the Never-ending Book Tour
Until the next event...
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September 13, 2025 at 3:56 PM
My latest on Substack... trying to take a break, but there is so much chaos right now. caitlinrother.substack.com/p/a-pause-to...
Reposted by Caitlin Rother
I absolutely loved reading this. I’m glad you had a very nice time!
My takeaways from the Killer Nashville conference... caitlinrother.substack.com/p/the-healin...
The Healing and Inspiring Effects of Killer Nashville
And a surprising afterward...
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August 31, 2025 at 3:33 AM
I absolutely loved reading this. I’m glad you had a very nice time!
My takeaways from the Killer Nashville conference... caitlinrother.substack.com/p/the-healin...
The Healing and Inspiring Effects of Killer Nashville
And a surprising afterward...
caitlinrother.substack.com
August 30, 2025 at 3:02 PM
My takeaways from the Killer Nashville conference... caitlinrother.substack.com/p/the-healin...
Tomorrow, Saturday, Aug. 30, I'll be doing a different program than any so far, a conversation about #downtothebone with California Innocence founder Justin Brooks. Reserve your seat now!
August 29, 2025 at 4:53 PM
Tomorrow, Saturday, Aug. 30, I'll be doing a different program than any so far, a conversation about #downtothebone with California Innocence founder Justin Brooks. Reserve your seat now!
Singing with the band at the Killer Nashville awards dinner. So fun!
August 24, 2025 at 12:30 PM
Singing with the band at the Killer Nashville awards dinner. So fun!
Doing a live video interview at 12pm PT today with author Randy Weir of the "Bringing Characters to Life" vodcast as a teaser to my appearance at Killer Nashville later this week. Join us! m.youtube.com/watch?v=UP8M...
Bringing Life To Characters: Episode 44 with Caitlin Rother
YouTube video by Author R Weir
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August 19, 2025 at 5:09 PM
Doing a live video interview at 12pm PT today with author Randy Weir of the "Bringing Characters to Life" vodcast as a teaser to my appearance at Killer Nashville later this week. Join us! m.youtube.com/watch?v=UP8M...
If you don't live in San Diego County and would like a signed copy of #downtothebone, #deathooceanboulevard or #Bodyparts, you can order one from Poisoned Pen in Scottsdale. store.poisonedpen.com/browse/filte...
The Poisoned Pen
Independent bookstore in Scottsdale Arizona. We specialize in mysteries, UK titles, and signed first editions. 200+ author events a year.
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August 17, 2025 at 3:53 PM
If you don't live in San Diego County and would like a signed copy of #downtothebone, #deathooceanboulevard or #Bodyparts, you can order one from Poisoned Pen in Scottsdale. store.poisonedpen.com/browse/filte...
I'm doing 2 talks in AZ this weekend and I would love to see some of you in the air-conditioned pleasure of a bookstore to hear my talk and get a signed book! The first is Fri, 8/15, at 7pm at the Poisoned Pen in Scottsdale, and the second is Sat, 8/16, at 1pm at Peregrine Books in Prescott.
August 11, 2025 at 5:03 PM
I'm doing 2 talks in AZ this weekend and I would love to see some of you in the air-conditioned pleasure of a bookstore to hear my talk and get a signed book! The first is Fri, 8/15, at 7pm at the Poisoned Pen in Scottsdale, and the second is Sat, 8/16, at 1pm at Peregrine Books in Prescott.
Had great fun playing with these guys at the Marriott downtown this week. We play together a few times a year, all over the country. It has helped me grow as a musician (keyboard and singing backup) and has helped me reduce my stage fright. We are the SPIE Jam band.
August 9, 2025 at 5:28 PM
Had great fun playing with these guys at the Marriott downtown this week. We play together a few times a year, all over the country. It has helped me grow as a musician (keyboard and singing backup) and has helped me reduce my stage fright. We are the SPIE Jam band.
SALE PRICE: Today, the ebook version of NAKED ADDICTION, the prequel to my upcoming thriller HOOKED, is only $1.99. Get a jump on my new series with the backstory on my surfing homicide detective Ken Goode!
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Naked Addiction
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July 31, 2025 at 3:43 PM
SALE PRICE: Today, the ebook version of NAKED ADDICTION, the prequel to my upcoming thriller HOOKED, is only $1.99. Get a jump on my new series with the backstory on my surfing homicide detective Ken Goode!
www.amazon.com/Naked-Addict...
www.amazon.com/Naked-Addict...
Only $5.99 for the ebook today!
www.amazon.com/Down-Bone-Mi...
www.amazon.com/Down-Bone-Mi...
Down to the Bone: A Missing Family's Murder and the Elusive Quest for Justice
Amazon.com: Down to the Bone: A Missing Family's Murder and the Elusive Quest for Justice eBook : Rother, Caitlin: Kindle Store
www.amazon.com
July 29, 2025 at 4:57 PM
Only $5.99 for the ebook today!
www.amazon.com/Down-Bone-Mi...
www.amazon.com/Down-Bone-Mi...