Picture a storyteller weaving suspenseful tales in the quiet of an Ohio morning, surrounded by barn cats and the hum of rural life—meet Alicia Anthony! This award-winning author of psychological thrillers has captivated readers with her Blood Secrets series, blending mystery, paranormal twists, and raw human emotion. From scribbling on her father’s trucker logbooks to crafting gripping novels, Anthony’s journey is as compelling as her stories.
The Making of Alicia Anthony
Born and raised in Ohio, Alicia Anthony’s love for storytelling sparked early. As a child, she scrawled tales on the backs of her truck driver father’s logbook tickets, dreaming up worlds far beyond her small-town roots. A graduate of The Ohio State University (BA), Ashland University (M.Ed.), and Spalding University’s MFA in Creative Writing, she honed her craft while balancing a career as an elementary school Literacy Specialist. Her passion for books and teaching fuels her writing, inspiring students and readers alike.
Alicia Anthony’s Unforgettable Stories
Anthony’s Blood Secrets series is her hallmark, a trilogy of psychological suspense novels that dive into the murky depths of family secrets and supernatural intrigue. Her debut, Inherent Truth (2020), introduces Liv Sullivan, a psychic grappling with murder and betrayal, earning praise for its rich characters and twisty plot. Inherent Lies (2020) deepens the saga with espionage and romance, while Inherent Fate (2020) wraps the series with heart-pounding resolution. Her standalone novel, Fractals (2020), explores a teen’s entanglement in a dangerous web of secrets, showcasing Anthony’s knack for flawed, relatable protagonists.
Anthony’s style is immersive, blending gritty realism with paranormal elements. Her stories thrive on unreliable narrators and emotional complexity, drawing readers into the “dark, dusty corners of the human experience.” Influenced by her travels and personal losses—like the passing of a birthmother she never knew—her work resonates with authenticity and depth, earning her a Silver Quill Award and two Golden Heart® nominations.
Why Alicia Anthony Matters
Alicia Anthony’s impact lies in her ability to craft suspense that feels personal. Her indie publishing journey, after years of rejection, inspires aspiring authors to take charge of their careers. As a Literacy Specialist, she nurtures young readers, passing on her love for storytelling. Her novels, steeped in psychological depth, invite readers to confront their own shadows, making her a rising star in the thriller genre. On her Ohio farm, alongside her husband, daughter, and a menagerie of animals, Anthony continues to write, travel, and inspire.
- Key Works: Inherent Truth, Inherent Lies, Inherent Fate, Fractals
- Awards: Silver Quill Award winner, two-time Golden Heart® finalist
- Hobbies: Traveling, raising animals on her Ohio farm
About Alicia Anthony
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