Jessica Payne lives in Washington State with her daughter and husband and an internet search history that would raise eyebrows. A firm believer in strong coffee and stronger women, she writes about mothers who know how to handle a sniper rifle and a carpool schedule with equal precision. When she's not writing, you'll find her trail running through the forests of the Pacific Northwest as she plots her next fictional murder. She is the creator of the Substack community One Tired Mother.
Her next novel, Somebody Worth Killing, is coming from Berkley/PRH in June 2026.
Her other novels include Make Me Disappear, The Lucky One, The Good Doctor, and Never Trust the Husband.
Author photos by Sally Jones and Impressions by Ellie.
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I am thrilled to share I have two new books coming your way, the first in June of 2026! I can’t wait for you to meet this cast of characters, this badass assassin (who happens to yes, be a woman, and also, a mom!). Insert some humor, lots of feminist hot takes, and a potentially deadly grandmother (gasp!), and you’ve got my book. I’ll keep you posted with details as I get them!
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The Lakewood Bookstore is hosting a Local Author Book Club, and is featuring Make Me Disappear as their first read. I’ll be there Oct. 18th from 4-5pm. We’ll talk all things bookish, there will be wine to sip, lots of fun, book signing, and tons of time to browse this adorable little bookstore. I’d love to see you there!
