Bestselling thriller authors Sarah Pekkanen and Alex Finlay joined moderator Colleen Shogan for a gripping conversation at the Gaithersburg Book Festival on Saturday, May 17.
Alex Finlay, author of the 2024 national bestseller “If Something Happens to Me,” writes fast-paced thrillers filled with twists and suspense. Publishers have translated His novels have been translated into 25 languages, and nearly all have been optioned or are in development for film and television. His newest release, “Parents Weekend,” hit shelves just two weeks ago. The novel follows a college visit that spirals into a chilling mystery, proving once again Finlay’s talent for turning familiar settings into high-stakes suspense.
Sarah Pekkanen, the No. 1 New York Times bestselling author of 15 novels, also draws readers deep into psychological drama. Her books sell in 36 countries, and several have been optioned for TV and film, including “The Wife Between Us,” which she co-wrote and adapted for Steven Spielberg’s Amblin Entertainment. In her latest novel, “House of Glass,” Pekkanen unravels a high-stakes case full of deception and danger. She also serves on the board of International Thriller Writers and runs IndiaStreetPaws.com, a nonprofit that rescues injured street dogs in India.
Both authors live in the Washington, D.C., area and know how to keep readers hooked. Watch their full conversation to hear how they build suspense, develop characters, and keep the pages turning.
