January Gilchrist
About January
January Gilchrist holds a Bachelor of Creative Arts, majoring in Literature and Performing Arts, and was longlisted for the 2019 Richell Prize.
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Her debut contemporary mystery, The Final Chapter, is inspired by her time at the Varuna Writers' House.
Balancing her time between writing, running a Pilates studio, and raising two sons, January draws on her varied life experiences to create authentic, nuanced characters.
Fascinated by puzzles, especially the mysteries of human behaviour, January explores the stories we tell, the secrets we keep, and the truths we hide - even from ourselves.
Q&A For Book Clubs​
Q: Is The Final Chapter a good book club pick?
If your club loves twisty mysteries, morally grey characters, and juicy secrets, this one’s for you. Expect heated debates about ambition, betrayal, and who really deserved what they got.
Q: Can you join our book club meeting?
Yes! I’d love to drop in via Zoom for a Q&A or face to face if I can arrange it. It’s always fun hearing theories and spilling behind-the-scenes tea. Just reach out to arrange it.
Q: Do you have a book club discussion guide?
Yes! It includes discussion questions, behind-the-scenes details, and a ‘Who Would You Cast?’ section for a bit of fun. Drop your details in my contact form, and I’ll send it over.
For Bookstores & Libraries​
Q: What’s your author talk like?
Think true crime meets a murder mystery deep dive. I talk about the inspirations behind The Final Chapter, my writing process, and how real-life cases influence fiction. Expect audience Q&A, book signings, and a few surprises.
Q: Do you do signings and personalised copies?
Yes! I’m happy to sign on the day and personalise books for readers who purchase on the day or bring their well read copy.
Q: How do we book you for an event?
Email me or use my contact form, and let’s make it happen!