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Candice Fox
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Candice Fox is the author of eleven crime novels and the winner of three prestigious Ned Kelly Awards. She has also co-written seven New York Times bestsellers with James Patterson, the world’s bestselling thriller writer.

Candice's novels Crimson Lake and Redemption Point were adapted into a major ABC TV series called Troppo.

A meticulous researcher, Candice has interviewed a serial killer on Death Row, been to prison three times (for work purposes) and while on honeymoon in the US took a road trip to famous crime scenes looking for clues. She has also dined with a former President of the United States, filmed a cameo role in her latest screen adaptation and, as a volunteer for WIRES, has rescued countless wild animals.

She lives in Sydney.

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25 questions with Candice Fox

To celebrate the publication of High Wire, we caught up with Candice Fox to learn more.

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Penguin Noir is back with two events in 2024

Learn about two exciting Penguin Random House author showcases this August!

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Devil’s Kitchen by Candice Fox

OUT NOW: https://www.penguin.com.au/books/devils-kitchen-9781761049019 Candice Fox’s latest thriller is the definition of nailbiter, as a female agent goes undercover in a New York firefighting crew that is far more dangerous than the fires they fight. For years the firefighters of New York’s Engine 99 have rushed fearlessly into hot zones, saving countless lives and stopping devastating blazes in their tracks. They’ve also stolen millions from banks, jewellery stores and art galleries. With their inside knowledge and specialist equipment, they’ve become the most successful heist crew on the East Coast. Their newest member, Andrea ‘Andy’ Nearland, is not what she seems either. She’s an undercover operative, hunting the men of Engine 99 for a host of crimes – including the murder of an off-duty cop and the disappearance of a mother and child. As the clock counts down to the gang’s most daring heist yet, loyalties begin to fray and mistrust boils over. Andy’s career is all smoke and mirrors, but infiltrating this crew of ‘heroes’ might prove to be her most dangerous job of all . . .

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Candice Fox explains how she gleaned insight from real firefighters for her upcoming novel

The author shares how she approached New York firefighters and what she learned from them while researching for Devil’s Kitchen.

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Some of the most anticipated books of 2024

From authors including Rachael Johns, Amor Towles, Leigh Bardugo and so many others!

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Penguin Random House AU celebrates first-ever Penguin Noir event

On 9 August 2023, Penguin Random House AU hosted our first-ever in-house author event for Penguin Noir: A Crime Author Showcase.

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Discover the new releases that book critics are loving this autumn

See what reviewers are saying about books published in April and May 2023.

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Fire With Fire by Candice Fox

Candice Fox’s latest heart-pounding thriller – a couple hold the LAPD to ransom in a desperate attempt to find their missing daughter. Finding Tilly is now a matter of life and death – for the Delaneys, for their hostages, for Charlie and Lamb, and for the little girl who one day simply vanished . . . Fire with Fire, Available now: https://www.penguin.com.au/books/fire-with-fire-9781760896829

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Candice Fox fights Fire With Fire | Spicy Chat

In this edition of Spicy Chat, we invited Candice Fox, author of the new heart-pounding thriller ‘Fire With Fire’ to chat about her book! Our brave author will be put to the test as she attempts to answer some of the most burning questions about it, all while munching on some spicy snacks. As the questions get hotter and the snacks get spicier, Candice’s reactions become more and more intense! You won't want to miss this hilarious and fiery interview as we see just how much heat she can handle. So grab a glass of milk and join us for this sizzling episode of Spicy Chat with Candice Fox. Trust us, it's going to be a scorcher! Check out ‘Fire With Fire’ here: https://www.penguin.com.au/books/fire-with-fire-9781760896829

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Candice Fox fights Fire With Fire | Spicy Chat

In this edition of Spicy Chat, we invited Candice Fox, author of the new heart-pounding thriller ‘Fire With Fire’ to chat about her book! Our brave author will be put to the test as she attempts to answer some of the most burning questions about it, all while munching on some spicy snacks. As the questions get hotter and the snacks get spicier, Candice’s reactions become more and more intense! You won't want to miss this hilarious and fiery interview as we see just how much heat she can handle. So grab a glass of milk and join us for this sizzling episode of "Spicy Chat" with Candice Fox. Trust us, it's going to be a scorcher! Check out ‘Fire With Fire’ here: https://www.penguin.com.au/books/fire-with-fire-9781760896829

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Award-winning and shortlisted books of 2022

Discover the best Penguin Random House books of 2022 with this list of award-winning and shortlisted titles this year.

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2022 Ned Kelly Shortlist Announced

The Ned Kelly Awards recognise and celebrate the very best crime writing has to offer. See which Penguin Random House books have been shortlisted this year...

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Gathering Dark shortlisted for the Ned Kelly

Candice Fox reveals secrets to success after latest Ned Kelly shortlisting.

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Candice Fox The Chase - Mind of a Criminal

Candice Fox talks about what it is like to write a criminal character.

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Candice Fox The Chase - Touring a Maximum Security Prison

Candice Fox talks about how she felt touring a maximum security prison.

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Candice Fox The Chase - Interviewing a Death Row Prisoner

Candice Fox talks about visiting and interviewing a prisoner on death row.

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Candice Fox The Chase - Growing Up Surrounded By Crime

Candice Fox talks about growing up with her parole officer father and her true crime obsessed mother.

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The Chase book club notes

Track down your reading group to discuss Candice Fox's latest thriller.

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Gathering Dark by Candice Fox

From Australia's most exciting and original crime writer comes another electrifying thriller, set in Los Angeles, introducing a new – and decidedly unconventional – team of 'detectives'. https://www.penguin.com.au/books/gathering-dark-9780143789178

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Gone by Midnight by Candice Fox

Ex-cop Ted Conkaffey is slowly rebuilding his life in Crimson Lake, and getting to know his three-year-old daughter, Lillian. But when he and his PI partner Amanda take on the case of a boy who seems to have literally disappeared into thin air, his job once again threatens everything... Learn more: https://www.penguin.com.au/books/gone-by-midnight-9780143789154

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Candice Fox Q&A

Find out what scares #1 New York Times bestselling author Candice Fox. 

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Get to know Harriet Blue

All the background information on Candice Fox and James Patterson’s fiery detective.

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Ted Conkaffey rap sheet

Candice Fox shares the police report that Ted Conkaffey will never outrun.

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Amanda Pharrell rap sheet

Candice Fox shares the police report that began Amanda Pharrell’s decade behind bars.

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