Search stories, writers or societies
Continue ReadingClear All
What Others Are ReadingRefresh
X
Never miss what's happening on Penana!
person_add
Rachel Abbott
Professional Writer
Reader
Reviewer
Female;
Joined Aug 11, 2025
I'm the author of psychological thrillers, including the DCI Tom Douglas and Stephanie King series. I began writing after a career in the tech industry, and my debut novel, Only the Innocent, was self-published and went on to become a #1 Kindle bestseller. Since then, my books have sold over four million copies and have been translated into more than 20 languages. I love writing stories that dig… more
I'm the author of psychological thrillers, including the DCI Tom Douglas and Stephanie King series. I began writing after a career in the tech industry, and my debut novel, Only the Innocent, was self-published and went on to become a #1 Kindle bestseller. Since then, my books have sold over four million copies and have been translated into more than 20 languages. I love writing stories that dig deep into human behavior, especially when characters are forced to make impossible choices. I split my time between the UK and Italy, and when I’m not writing, I’m often walking my dogs or thinking up my next twist.
I never imagined writing would become my second career, but after moving to Italy and restoring a monastery, I found the time and inspiration to write Only the Innocent. I published it myself, and to my surprise, it became a Kindle bestseller. That first book launched a series featuring DCI Tom Douglas, and I’ve since added the Stephanie King novels as well. I love crafting stories that make readers ask, “What would I do in this situation?” Writing psychological thrillers has been an incredible journey, and I’m grateful every day that I get to do what I love.
I never imagined writing would become my second career, but after moving to Italy and restoring a monastery, I found the time and inspiration to write Only the Innocent. I published it myself, and to my surprise, it became a Kindle bestseller. That first book launched a series featuring DCI Tom Douglas, and I’ve since added the Stephanie King novels as well. I love crafting stories that make readers ask, “What would I do in this situation?” Writing psychological thrillers has been an incredible journey, and I’m grateful every day that I get to do what I love.

Krishna
14 Followers
27 Publications

Blue Jay Justice
12 Followers
3 Publications

HeyItsDoe
346 Followers
51 Publications

meow1225
55 Followers
0 Publications

Wolfy
5 Followers
0 Publications

Evol
2 Followers
0 Publications

Kampaku
2 Followers
0 Publications

Smallaxe77
2 Followers
0 Publications

savandler
46 Followers
10 Publications

Jay
3 Followers
0 Publications

Daou
2 Followers
0 Publications

Sonder
24 Followers
10 Publications

V. Sanji
6 Followers
0 Publications

Psyko49
39 Followers
5 Publications

erabiru
11 Followers
0 Publications

lillian maya
7 Followers
0 Publications

Haliabiul
1 Followers
0 Publications

Analisse
10 Followers
2 Publications

Ar Ka
1 Followers
0 Publications

madisa
1 Followers
0 Publications
×
People Who Like This
x
Before You Publish
Please ensure your story does not contain illegal, hateful, inciting, or violence-promoting content, or any infringing, plagiarized, or spam material, and that it complies with Penana’s Terms of Use.
Penana reserves the right to remove any content that violates these rules or causes legal or community risk, and to suspend or terminate related accounts.
