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Riley Sager

Riley Sager is the pen name of American author Todd Ritter, a former journalist and editor who has achieved New York Times bestselling status with his psychological thrillers. A native of Pennsylvania, Sager resides in Princeton, New Jersey, where he also works as a graphic designer. His debut novel under the pseudonym, Final Girls (2017), won the 2018 International Thriller Writers Award for Best Hardcover Novel and introduced themes of survival and trauma that recur in his work. After publishing three crime novels as Todd Ritter—Death Notice (2010), (2011), and (2013)—which received limited commercial success, Ritter adopted the gender-neutral Riley Sager to relaunch his career in the thriller genre. Since 2017, he has released a annually, including (2018), (2019), (2020), (2021), (2022), (2023), Middle of the Night (2024), and With a Vengeance (2025). His books, which often feature isolated settings and unreliable narrators, have been published in more than 35 countries and sold over 3 million copies worldwide.

Early life and education

Family and childhood

Todd Ritter, who writes under the pseudonym , was born in 1974 in Danville, a small town in . His mother worked as a , while his father, Ray Ritter, dabbled in as a ; his maternal grandmother's maiden name later inspired part of his . Ritter grew up in a modest surrounded by Bambi-esque forests and wide-open fields, a setting that exposed him to the quiet isolation of rural life. This environment, which he later described as "boring," fostered an early fascination with more dramatic and eerie locales, such as haunted houses, shaping his interest in suspenseful, atmospheric narratives. The family's hobbies, including his father's work, further sparked his imagination by introducing elements of the amid the everyday rural surroundings.

Higher education

Todd Ritter attended , where he majored in . During his time there, he developed an early interest in writing and criticism, contributing to the student newspaper and honing skills in analysis and storytelling that would later inform his career. Ritter began his professional writing journey as a critic while still a student at Penn State, reviewing movies for local publications and building expertise in narrative structure and visual storytelling. This hands-on experience complemented his academic coursework, allowing him to refine his ability to dissect plots and character development, foundational elements of his eventual novels. After graduating from Penn State around 1996, Ritter relocated to the area in 2005 to pursue opportunities in and related fields. This move marked the transition from his university-based endeavors to full-time professional roles, leveraging the editing and analytical abilities he had cultivated during his .

Pre-writing career

Journalism roles

Following his graduation from , where he had begun working as a film critic for the student newspaper The Daily Collegian, Todd Ritter launched a journalism career that spanned more than 15 years. Ritter's early professional roles centered on entertainment reporting, including film criticism and interviews with celebrities. He contributed to local and regional New Jersey publications, notably the Courier News and The Star-Ledger, where he advanced to a reporting position covering a broad spectrum of stories. Throughout his tenure, gained hands-on experience in deadline writing, in-depth research, and building narrative tension through real-time events such as police standoffs, local politics, major sports events, and even obituaries. These skills emphasized clarity and precision under pressure, directly informing the tight pacing and investigative elements in his later work.

Editing and design work

Before transitioning to full-time authorship, Todd Ritter held editorial positions at , a major in , where he contributed to reporting and editing for over 15 years. In addition to his editorial work, Ritter served as a , creating visuals for various publications during his newspaper career. These combined roles in , , and provided Ritter with a deep understanding of the processes, from to visual , which informed his approach to fiction writing. The stability from these media positions allowed Ritter to pursue novel-writing on the side, sustaining him financially until a layoff from in 2016.

Writing career

Initial publications as Todd Ritter

Todd Ritter launched his writing career with the Kat Campbell thriller series, a trio of novels published under his real name that introduced readers to the fictional small town of Perry Hollow, . The debut, Death Notice (2010), follows police chief Kat Campbell as she investigates a series of murders marked by gruesome notices sent to , upending the town's idyllic facade. This was followed by (2011), in which Campbell confronts a decades-old disappearance resurfacing amid new killings, and (2013), where a mimics past crimes during a Halloween storm. All three books center on Campbell, a resilient single mother and no-nonsense detective, as she navigates personal vulnerabilities alongside professional challenges in a community rife with hidden secrets. The series premise reflects Ritter's own rural Pennsylvania roots, where he was raised amid forests and open fields, infusing Perry Hollow with an authentic sense of small-town isolation and underlying menace reminiscent of classic settings. Published by Minotaur Books, an imprint of , the novels marked Ritter's entry into , blending procedural elements with psychological tension drawn from the town's quirky inhabitants and escalating threats. Early reception was generally positive, with critics praising the atmospheric depiction of Perry Hollow and the series' clever plot twists that kept readers guessing, as in Death 's innovative murder announcements and surgical precision in the killings. However, some reviews noted occasional uneven pacing in building across the installments. Ritter's motivation for the series stemmed from his journalism background, where over 15 years as an editor and reporter at outlets like honed his skills in crafting concise narratives and investigating real-world mysteries. This experience informed his shift to fiction as a "first foray into crime writing," allowing him to explore themes of vulnerability—such as Campbell's role as a mother to a son with —while raising the emotional stakes in a genre he admired for its blend of and detection. The books represented a deliberate build on his media career, transforming observational reporting into suspenseful storytelling without relying on formulaic tropes.

Pseudonym transitions

Following the completion of his Kat Campbell mystery series in 2013, Todd Ritter adopted the pseudonym Alan Finn to explore supernatural and historical fiction genres, diverging from the contemporary police procedurals of his earlier work. Under this pen name, Ritter published his only novel as Alan Finn, Things Half in Shadow, on December 30, 2014, by Gallery Books. The standalone thriller is set in postbellum Philadelphia in 1869 and centers on crime reporter Edward Clark, a Civil War veteran, who investigates fraudulent mediums for an exposé. Clark's assignment leads him to partner with disgraced medium Lucy Collins after she is blackmailed by a rival spiritualist, drawing them into a murder during a séance and a web of historical secrets involving past killings and possible supernatural forces. Ritter, who resided in Princeton, New Jersey, at the time, drew on the era's fascination with spiritualism for the novel's atmosphere. The marked a deliberate shift for , blending with elements in a way that contrasted with the grounded procedural style of his Kat Campbell novels. Critics praised its evocative post-Civil War setting, rich period details, and tense interplay between rational investigation and eerie otherworldliness, with reviewers highlighting the "masterful blend of history, romance, and classic " and the novel's brisk pacing. However, some noted the departure from Ritter's established voice as a potential challenge for fans of his prior series, describing it as an "unusual crime solving duo" in a context. Things Half in Shadow received positive but measured reception, achieving moderate commercial performance as a one-off experiment before Ritter's transition to further pseudonyms.

Rise as Riley Sager

In 2017, Todd Ritter adopted the pseudonym Riley Sager for his thriller debut Final Girls, selecting the name to provide a "clean slate" in the competitive psychological thriller market after earlier publications under his real name and another pen name had underperformed commercially. The choice of "Riley," a gender-neutral first name derived from a combination of his parents' names, aimed to broaden appeal in a genre often dominated by female authors and protagonists, while "Sager" honored his maternal grandmother's maiden name. Sager's works under this pseudonym center on psychological suspense, frequently employing unreliable narrators, shocking twists, and isolated settings such as remote houses or confined spaces to heighten tension. His stories often feature resilient female leads grappling with , , and betrayal, exploring the fragility of and perception in high-stakes scenarios. The pseudonym quickly propelled Sager to prominence, with his second novel achieving New York Times bestseller status in 2018, marking the start of consistent commercial success across subsequent releases. By the late , bolstered by this momentum, Sager transitioned to writing full-time in , where he continues to draw inspiration from local environments. Sager has maintained a steady output of annual novels, cultivating a dedicated readership through escalating narrative complexity and thematic depth, culminating in the 2025 release With a Vengeance, his latest entry blending revenge and survival motifs, which debuted as a New York Times bestseller.

Bibliography

Novels as Riley Sager

Riley Sager's novels under this pseudonym consist of nine standalone psychological thrillers, all published by Dutton, an imprint of Penguin Random House. These works have collectively sold over three million copies worldwide and generated significant interest in film and television adaptations, including options for Final Girls by Universal Pictures and The House Across the Lake by Netflix. The publication history begins with Final Girls in 2017, followed by The Last Time I Lied (2018), Lock Every Door (2019), Home Before Dark (2020), Survive the Night (2021), The House Across the Lake (2022), The Only One Left (2023), Middle of the Night (2024), and With a Vengeance (2025). Sales for these titles have escalated with each release, reflecting growing commercial success and New York Times bestseller status for multiple entries. Each novel delves into themes of , , and within modern, often claustrophobic settings, blending suspense with psychological depth. The adoption of the pseudonym marked a strategic shift toward , leveraging a gender-neutral name to broaden appeal in a market dominated by female readers.

Campbell series as

The Campbell series, published under the pseudonym , comprises three novels and one issued by from 2010 to 2013. Centered on Campbell, a serving as chief in the fictional small town of Perry Hollow, , the books explore murders that shatter the community's tranquility, blending procedural elements with personal drama. The series begins with Death Notice (2010), in which Campbell investigates a gruesome killing—the town's first murder—marked by an embalmed body with sewn-shut lips and a cryptic note. This is followed by the novella Vicious Circle (2011), where Campbell uncovers a web of jealousy and deception among local farmers amid a murder investigation. Then comes Bad Moon (2011), where a child's long-ago disappearance resurfaces amid new threats, forcing Campbell to confront buried secrets. The trilogy concludes with Devil's Night (2013), pitting Campbell against a killer inspired by historical town lore during a destructive holiday prank gone deadly. These novels root in traditional small-town conventions, featuring a recurring female navigating professional duties and life against a backdrop of escalating . The setting reflects 's own upbringing in the state, infusing the stories with authentic rural Americana. The series ended after three books, with Ritter later adopting pseudonyms like Riley Sager for subsequent works, though he has expressed fondness for the character and the procedural style it established.

Other works as Alan Finn and Todd Ritter

Under the pseudonym Alan Finn, Todd Ritter published the standalone novel Things Half in Shadow in 2014. Set in post-Civil War , the story follows reporter Edward Clark as he investigates a group of spiritualists following a murder at a , blending with elements such as mediums and ghostly apparitions. Published by Gallery Books, an imprint of , the novel marked an experimental departure from Ritter's earlier thriller style, incorporating gothic atmosphere and themes of grief and deception in a 19th-century setting. It received praise for its atmospheric prose and intricate plotting but was Ritter's only work under the Finn pseudonym. As Todd Ritter, beyond the Kat Campbell series, Ritter has not published any additional novels, short stories, or major contributions as of 2025. His output under this name remains limited to the three series installments, with no standalone works or other projects documented in major literary databases.

Awards and honors

Major awards

Riley Sager's novel (2017) won the International Thriller Writers (ITW) Award for Best Hardcover Novel in 2018. This prestigious accolade, presented annually by the ITW to recognize excellence in thriller writing, marked Sager's debut under the as a significant achievement in the genre. The win highlighted Final Girls' innovative take on the "" trope from films, blending psychological suspense with meta-commentary on survival narratives. The award significantly elevated Sager's profile, contributing to Final Girls becoming a national and international bestseller published in over 30 countries. This success propelled his subsequent works, enhancing visibility and sales across his thriller catalog. As of 2025, no additional major awards have been won by Sager's books, though his contributions continue to receive acclaim for advancing thriller conventions.

Notable nominations

Riley Sager's novels have received consistent recognition through nominations in the , particularly in the categories of Best Horror and Best Mystery & , highlighting his appeal to a broad readership of enthusiasts. His debut novel (2017) was nominated for Best Horror. Subsequent works earned nominations in Best Mystery & , including (2018), (2019), (2020), (2021), (2022), (2023), and (2024). Beyond Goodreads, Sager's books have appeared on various thriller shortlists. Lock Every Door was shortlisted for the 2020 RUSA CODES Reading List in the suspense category. Survive the Night received a nomination for Best Mystery & Thriller from She Reads in 2021. The Only One Left was nominated for the 2023 Dragon Award for Best Horror Novel. These nominations reflect Sager's annual acclaim from fans and critics, underscoring his sustained impact in the thriller genre despite his ITW Thriller Award win for .

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