Katherine Faulkner studied History at Cambridge then completed a postgraduate diploma in Newspaper Journalism. After working as an investigative reporter, during which time she won the Cudlipp Award for public interest journalism, and as an editor, she is now joint Head of News at The Times.
Katherine wrote her debut novel while on maternity leave, juggling a newborn with completing the Faber Academy novel-writing course. She lives in Hackney, where she grew up, with her husband and two daughters.
Katherine wrote her debut novel while on maternity leave, juggling a newborn with completing the Faber Academy novel-writing course. She lives in Hackney, where she grew up, with her husband and two daughters.
Genres: Mystery
Katherine Faulkner recommends

Sorry for Your Loss (2026)
Georgia McVeigh
"Sorry for Your Loss is a twisty, gripping thriller with a wonderfully original premise and a fabulously unhinged narrator - I loved it!"

The Cliffhanger (2025)
Emily Freud
"With its heady mix of toxic characters, sun-soaked backdrop and definite Gone Girl vibes, The Cliffhanger is irresistibly readable. Freud charts the implosion of a toxic marriage with eye-watering precision to an absolutely thrilling denouement - a must-read!"
More recommendations
Visitors also looked at these authors