P.D. Workman

P.D. Workman is a USA Today Bestselling author and multi-award winner, renowned for her prolific output of over 100 published works that span various genres. With a knack for crafting page-turners, Workman captivates readers with everything from cozy mysteries like the Auntie Clem's Bakery series to gripping young adult and suspense novels. Her stories resonate deeply as she masterfully weaves sensitive themes—such as childhood trauma, mental illness, and addiction—into compelling narratives that evoke a powerful emotional response. Readers are drawn to her unique voice and empathetic portrayal of complex issues. With each new release, fans eagerly anticipate another thrilling blend of thought-provoking storytelling and relatable characters that define P.D. Workman’s brand as an author of unforgettable page-turners—gripping tales that leave a lasting impact long after the last page is turned.

Excerpt from The Devil’s Due

September 22, 2015 / 2 minutes of reading / 4 Comments

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First Portuguese Translation: Por Conta Própria (Stand Alone)

September 21, 2015 / 2 minutes of reading / Leave a Comment

Por Conta Própria is the second foreign language translation of Stand Alone. (The first was Spanish.) I really enjoyed working with Portuguese translator Juliano Timbó Martins and he put a lot of thought into giving Portuguese readers an authentic translation of my story.

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Questing for a Dream

September 18, 2015 / 5 minutes of reading

Nadie is a bright, caring teen growing up Manitoba Cree growing up in abject poverty. She tries to balance school attendance, caring for her younger cousin Luyu, and spending time with handsome, impish Mouse, her best friend and confidante. Together, they strive to find the path to happiness on the reservation.

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Ruby now available in Español

September 16, 2015 / 1 minute of reading / Leave a Comment

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Excerpt from Mary Higgins Clark’s On the Street Where You Live

September 15, 2015 / 2 minutes of reading / 6 Comments

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Por Conta Própria

September 14, 2015 / 2 minutes of reading

Sua mãe. Os garotos da escola, os professores e os coordenadores também. Até os policiais que a pegam vagueando no meio da noite – e talvez principalmente eles.

O psicólogo de Justine diz que ela é ‘problemática’, mas isso significa a mesma coisa. Ele acredita que os pesadelos vívidos e recorrentes dela, além do seu comportamento agressivo, apontam para algum trauma do passado; mas Emy, a mãe de Justine, não consegue explicar isso.

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Addiction Fiction: Powerful Novels About Struggle, Recovery, and Hope

September 11, 2015 / 6 minutes of reading / 2 Comments

Discover powerful novels about addiction, recovery, and resilience. This addiction fiction reading list includes YA and adult books that inspire empathy and hope.

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Teaser Tuesday Double-Header!

September 8, 2015 / 2 minutes of reading / 3 Comments

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El mal camino de Ruby

September 7, 2015 / 1 minute of reading

Ella es fuerte e independiente y no necesita a nadie más. El camino que la ha llevado hasta aquí no ha sido fácil y ha bloqueado muchas cosas de su mente.

Pero las cosas no son color de rosa como todos creen y el camino que le espera está lleno no solo de pandillas, drogas y depresión, sino que también de otros desafíos que Ruby ni se había imaginado.

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