J.T. Ellison
J.T. Ellison was born in Orlando, Florida, USA.
J.T. Ellison is known for writing in the Mystery, Thriller, and Crime Fiction genres.
J.T. Ellison is the author of the Taylor Jackson series which currently consists of 11 novels. The Taylor Jackson series started in 2007 with the novel All the Pretty Girls. The most recently released novel in the Taylor Jackson series was The Wolves Come at Night which was released in 2023. There are no upcoming novels for the Taylor Jackson series.
Ellison began to research forensics and crime before feeling compelled to begin writing down her stories. For research she has worked with the Metro Nashville Police Department and the FBI, as well as performing autopsies and studying survivalists.
Lie to Me was named one of the
Best Suspense Thrillers in 2017 by
The Real Book Spy. The following year in 2018 they would name
After Anna in the same category.
J.T. Ellison: Awards & Accolades
J.T. Ellison books have been nominated for multiple awards, The Cold Room was nominated for the International Thriller Writers Award, Best Original Paperback Novel, in 2011. These Cold Strangers was nominated for the International Thriller Writers Award, Best Short Story, in 2024. It's One of Us was nominated for the International Thriller Writers Award, Best Hardcover Novel, in 2024.
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J.T. Ellison: F.A.Q
Where was J.T. Ellison Born?
J.T. Ellison was born in Orlando, Florida, USA and is American.
What was the first book J.T. Ellison wrote?
The first book written by J.T. Ellison was All the Pretty Girls, published in 2007.
What was the most recent book J.T. Ellison wrote?
Her most recently released work was Last Seen on August 1st, 2025.
What is the most popular book by J.T. Ellison?
Based on the number of readers on Book Notification, the most popular J.T. Ellison book is
The Lost Key. Here are her most popular books:
- The Lost Key (8.64)
- The Final Cut (8.15)
- The End Game (8.79)
- The Devil's Triangle (8.44)
- The Sixth Day (8)
What genres does J.T. Ellison Write?
J.T. Ellison primarily writes in the Crime Fiction, Mystery, and Thriller genres. Her work includes sub-genres such as Psychological Thriller, Crime Thriller, and Suspense Thriller.
Are there upcoming new books by J.T. Ellison?
J.T. Ellison does not have any upcoming books with a set publication date within the next few months at this time.
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How many books has J.T. Ellison written?
J.T. Ellison has written 56 books across 14 series, excluding contributions to anthologies.
- 6 books in the A Brit in the FBI Series
- 11 books in the Taylor Jackson Series
- 4 books in the Dr. Samantha Owens Series
- 3 books in the Guardians Series
- 9 books in the Jayne Thorne, CIA Librarian Series
- 8 Standalone Novels
- 10 Short Stories/Novellas
- 5 Short Story Collections
- 1 Erica Spindler Short Stories/Novellas
- 1 book in the We Could Be Heroes Series