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Sophie McKenzie
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Sophie McKenzie

Sophie is the award-winning author of a range of teen thrillers, including the Missing series (Girl, Missing, Sister, Missing and Missing Me), Blood Ties and Blood Ransom and the Medusa Project series. She has also written two romance series: the Luke... Read full bio

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Q. How would you describe your life in only 8 words?
A. Wherever I go, there I am...
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June 6, 2011
I've just been sent the cover for Sister, Missing - my first hardback - and it looks amazing!!! I can't wait until it publishes...
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Split Second will be released on September 12, 2013 in eBook
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Split Second will be released on October 01, 2013 in Hardcover, Trade Paperback
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Defy the Stars will be released on January 01, 2014 in Mass Market Paperback
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Defy the Stars will be released on January 02, 2014 in eBook
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Close My Eyes will be released on December 01, 2013 in Mass Market Paperback
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Casting Shadows will be released on July 04, 2013 in eBook
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Casting Shadows will be released on July 01, 2013 in Mass Market Paperback
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Missing Me will be released on June 01, 2013 in Mass Market Paperback
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Missing Me is now available in Mass Market Paperback
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Close My Eyes will be released on May 09, 2013 in
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Close My Eyes is now available in
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Close My Eyes will be released on May 01, 2013 in Trade Paperback
May 01, 2013
Close My Eyes is now available in Trade Paperback
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Burning Bright will be released on February 08, 2013 in Mass Market Paperback
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Burning Bright is now available in Mass Market Paperback
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Burning Bright will be released on January 03, 2013 in
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Sophie McKenzie Revealed

Sophie McKenzie Q. What is your motto or maxim? A. A life lived in fear is a life half-lived. Q. What are your 5 favorite songs? A. Not Dark Yet, Bob Dylan. Angel, Aretha Franklin. Let It Be, The Beatles. Lose Yourself, Eminem. Shelter from the Storm, Bob Dylan. Q. What 3 personal qualities are most important to you? A. Kindness. Integrity. Humour. Q. Who is your favorite fictional villain? A. The Childcatcher from Chitty Chitty Bang Bang Q. What are your most overused words or phrases? A. I just want to say one more thing... Learn more about Sophie McKenzie

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PRWeb, June 11, 2013
...Prejudice. is a psychological thriller for adults, perfect for readers who love a spine chilling read. British author Sophie McKenzie’s latest novel is a significant departure from the fiction her younger fans have come to know, but perfect to keep you...
Guardian.co.uk, June 7, 2013
...Happy, smiley, friendly, likes cooking, likes reading, writing, music and shopping. Favourite authors: Judith Kerr, J.K. Rowling, Sophie Mckenzie, Stephanie Meyer and Malorie Blackman Jaffacakes4ever's contributions: • Dreams by Daniela Sacerdoti -...
Guardian.co.uk, June 7, 2013
...in 10 words: I love reading, playing tennis, I have a good imagination Favourite authors: J.K Rowling, Sophie McKenzie and Jacqueline Wilson Cheeky's contributions:• ChelseaFC9 Me in 10 words: Chelsea fan, sporty, fast, brainy, book lover, food...
Hampstead and Highgate Express, June 6, 2013
...Sophie McKenzie, author of Close My Eyes 1:07 PM The writer best known for young adult novels is now focusing on parents and the grief of losing a child To...
Best Daily, May 28, 2013
...Find out what this week's Book of the Week author Sophie McKenzie had to say about her bestseller Our new columnist's Richard and Judy are sharing this week's hottest read from their summer book club, in association with WH...
Telegraph, May 10, 2013
...Birney H.I.V.E. Higher Institute of Villainous Education, Mark Walden Skulduggery Pleasant, Derek Landy Girl, Missing, Sophie McKenzie The Recruit, Robert Muchamore...
Telegraph, May 10, 2013
...The children's author chooses five Young Adult books that appeal to teenagers. Sophie McKenzie: "strong stories with some kind of romantic element are my favourite reads" Comments It’s always hard to pick personal favourites and there are so many...
Glamour UK, June 7, 2013
...Few genres are as gripping as a well-written thriller, and this one will leave you as fraught and paranoid as its protagonist, Gen Loxley. Having had a stillborn daughter, Gen is still grieving eight years later when, out of the blue, a woman appears...
Guardian.co.uk, June 7, 2013
...Happy, smiley, friendly, likes cooking, likes reading, writing, music and shopping. Favourite authors: Judith Kerr, J.K. Rowling, Sophie Mckenzie, Stephanie Meyer and Malorie Blackman Jaffacakes4ever's contributions: • Dreams by Daniela Sacerdoti -...
Guardian.co.uk, June 7, 2013
...in 10 words: I love reading, playing tennis, I have a good imagination Favourite authors: J.K Rowling, Sophie McKenzie and Jacqueline Wilson Cheeky's contributions:• ChelseaFC9 Me in 10 words: Chelsea fan, sporty, fast, brainy, book lover, food...
Glamour UK, June 6, 2013
...GLAMOUR MUST READ: Close My Eyes, Sophie McKenzie Few genres are as gripping as a well-written thriller, and this one will leave you as fraught and paranoid as its protagonist, Gen Loxley. Having had a stillborn daughter...
Hackney Gazette, June 6, 2013
...Sophie McKenzie, author of Close My Eyes 1:07 PM The writer best known for young adult novels is now focusing on parents and the grief of losing a child To...
Hampstead and Highgate Express, June 6, 2013
...Sophie McKenzie, author of Close My Eyes 1:07 PM The writer best known for young adult novels is now focusing on parents and the grief of losing a child To...
Best Daily, May 28, 2013
...Find out what this week's Book of the Week author Sophie McKenzie had to say about her bestseller Our new columnist's Richard and Judy are sharing this week's hottest read from their summer book club, in association with WH...