Kate Emerson





Kate Emerson

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Kate Emerson is a pseudonym used by Kathy Lynn Emerson, author of the Face Down Mysteries featuring Susanna Appleton, 16th century gentlewoman, herbalist, and sleuth, the award-winning How to Write Killer Historical Mysteries, and a wide assortment of other books.

She was born in Liberty, New York and recieved an A.B. from Bates College and an MA from Old Dominion University. She is a member of the Historical Novel Society, the Mystery Writers of America, Sisters in Crime and other professional organizations. She currently lives in rural Western Maine with her husband and three cats.

"Kate Emerson" is her pseudonym to distinguish her historical novels set in the Tudor era (England 1485-1603) that feature real but little known historical figu...more


Average rating: 3.67 · 3,375 ratings · 337 reviews · 8 distinct works · Similar authors
The Pleasure Palace (Secret...
3.62 of 5 stars 3.62 avg rating — 1,837 ratings — published 2009 — 6 editions
Between Two Queens (Secrets...
3.67 of 5 stars 3.67 avg rating — 812 ratings — published 2009 — 4 editions
By Royal Decree (Secrets of...
3.82 of 5 stars 3.82 avg rating — 420 ratings — published 2010 — 3 editions
At the King's Pleasure  (Se...
3.76 of 5 stars 3.76 avg rating — 174 ratings — published 2011 — 3 editions
The King's Damsel (Secrets ...
3.74 of 5 stars 3.74 avg rating — 117 ratings — published 2012 — 3 editions
Kate Emerson's Secrets of t...
3.77 of 5 stars 3.77 avg rating — 13 ratings — published 2011
Royal Inheritance (Secrets ...
4.5 of 5 stars 4.50 avg rating — 2 ratings — expected publication 2013 — 2 editions
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December 2009, Kate Emerson
" Quick Start SS: How would you describe your life in only 8 words? KE: I have no life. I write full time. SS: What is your motto or maxim? KE: The die is cast. Questions About Books and Writing SS: Who are your favorite authors? KE: Dorothy Dunnett
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“Curiosity and lust are a potent combination.”
Kate Emerson

“In the realms of legend and lore, as well as in real life, the triumph of true love is never a sure thing.”
Kate Emerson, The King's Damsel

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