Gloria Chao's Blog
July 28, 2026
THE MORTAL ENEMY MURDER CLUB is out today!
THE MORTAL ENEMY MURDER CLUB is out in the world today!
I loved writing Kat, Olivia, and Elle so much that I wanted to reconvene the Ex-Girlfriend Murder Club. The sequel brings back my favorites from the first book—the humor, the shenanigans, the female friendship—but with a fresh story, even more romance, more twists and turns, more revenge and Mandy Thorne, and, of course, more packages from Kat’s mom, including a life-size cutout of Glen Powell. This book also has one of my favorite scenes I've ever written—when you get there, you will know! This can be read as a standalone, but it will give away plot points from the first book.
Thank you for all your support for this series. Getting to write hilarious shenanigans and ride-or-die female friendships has been a dream come true, and I hope I’m able to bring you some laughs and gasps along the way. I hope rejoining Kat, Olivia, and Elle feels like a reunion with old friends. Thank you for going on these adventures with this trio. You are all part of the Ex-Girlfriend Murder Club.
Happy sleuthing!
The Mortal Enemy Murder Club
Full Synopsis:
Kathryn Hu is not getting into the business of solving murders. Yes, she and her friends Olivia and Elle figured out who killed their cheating ex-boyfriend. But now Kat can get back to her usual, murder-free existence.
Then she gets an unexpected plea for help. Mandy Thorne has ruined countless lives through her revenge podcast. She also did her best to frame the girls. Now, she claims, someone is trying to kill her. And the girls are the only ones who can save her.
But can the trio and Mandy put aside their mutual contempt long enough to prevent a murder and solve this case? Can they become…the Mortal Enemy Murder Club?
I loved writing Kat, Olivia, and Elle so much that I wanted to reconvene the Ex-Girlfriend Murder Club. The sequel brings back my favorites from the first book—the humor, the shenanigans, the female friendship—but with a fresh story, even more romance, more twists and turns, more revenge and Mandy Thorne, and, of course, more packages from Kat’s mom, including a life-size cutout of Glen Powell. This book also has one of my favorite scenes I've ever written—when you get there, you will know! This can be read as a standalone, but it will give away plot points from the first book.
Thank you for all your support for this series. Getting to write hilarious shenanigans and ride-or-die female friendships has been a dream come true, and I hope I’m able to bring you some laughs and gasps along the way. I hope rejoining Kat, Olivia, and Elle feels like a reunion with old friends. Thank you for going on these adventures with this trio. You are all part of the Ex-Girlfriend Murder Club.
Happy sleuthing!
The Mortal Enemy Murder Club
Full Synopsis:
Kathryn Hu is not getting into the business of solving murders. Yes, she and her friends Olivia and Elle figured out who killed their cheating ex-boyfriend. But now Kat can get back to her usual, murder-free existence.
Then she gets an unexpected plea for help. Mandy Thorne has ruined countless lives through her revenge podcast. She also did her best to frame the girls. Now, she claims, someone is trying to kill her. And the girls are the only ones who can save her.
But can the trio and Mandy put aside their mutual contempt long enough to prevent a murder and solve this case? Can they become…the Mortal Enemy Murder Club?
The Mortal Enemy Murder Club is OUT NOW!
Dearest Readers,
The Mortal Enemy Murder Club is available now where books are sold! Thank you so much for all your support!
The sequel brings back my favorites from the first book—the humor, the shenanigans, the female friendship—but with a fresh story, even more romance, more twists and turns, more revenge and Mandy Thorne, and, of course, more packages from Kat’s mom, including a life-size cutout of Glen Powell.
I hope reading this book feels like a reunion with old friends, and...
July 13, 2026
Preorder Campaign, Events, and Final Goodreads Giveaway!
We are only 2 weeks away from the release of THE MORTAL ENEMY MURDER CLUB!!! Thank you so much for all your excitement and support; it means the world!
If you would like a signed and personalized copy with a bookmark, please order from The Book Cellar here before July 24 and specify in the comments who to personalize to if any.
For indie bookstores partipating in my preorder campaign, order from one of the bookstores here to receive swag while supplies last!
I'll be having a launch party in Chicago at The Book Cellar on July 26 at 2pm and a release week party in Winchester, MA at Book Ends on Aug 1 at 7pm. There will be author chats, an interactive game with prizes, a chance to share your revenge or breakup stories (credited or anonymously, your choice), and more! Click here for more events and signings.
And the FINAL Goodreads Giveaway is now happening for finished copies of THE MORTAL ENEMY MURDER CLUB! This is a premium giveaway so even if you don't win, you'll get a message from me. Giveaway ends July 24th! And the book is out July 28th!
Enter the giveaway here!
Thank you again so much for your support! I hope you enjoy this book as much as I enjoyed writing it, and I hope to see you at an event!
The Mortal Enemy Murder Club
Full Synopsis:
Kathryn Hu is not getting into the business of solving murders. Yes, she and her friends Olivia and Elle figured out who killed their cheating ex-boyfriend. But now Kat can get back to her usual, murder-free existence.
Then she gets an unexpected plea for help. Mandy Thorne has ruined countless lives through her revenge podcast. She also did her best to frame the girls. Now, she claims, someone is trying to kill her. And the girls are the only ones who can save her.
But can the trio and Mandy put aside their mutual contempt long enough to prevent a murder and solve this case? Can they become…the Mortal Enemy Murder Club?
If you would like a signed and personalized copy with a bookmark, please order from The Book Cellar here before July 24 and specify in the comments who to personalize to if any.
For indie bookstores partipating in my preorder campaign, order from one of the bookstores here to receive swag while supplies last!
I'll be having a launch party in Chicago at The Book Cellar on July 26 at 2pm and a release week party in Winchester, MA at Book Ends on Aug 1 at 7pm. There will be author chats, an interactive game with prizes, a chance to share your revenge or breakup stories (credited or anonymously, your choice), and more! Click here for more events and signings.
And the FINAL Goodreads Giveaway is now happening for finished copies of THE MORTAL ENEMY MURDER CLUB! This is a premium giveaway so even if you don't win, you'll get a message from me. Giveaway ends July 24th! And the book is out July 28th!
Enter the giveaway here!
Thank you again so much for your support! I hope you enjoy this book as much as I enjoyed writing it, and I hope to see you at an event!
The Mortal Enemy Murder Club
Full Synopsis:
Kathryn Hu is not getting into the business of solving murders. Yes, she and her friends Olivia and Elle figured out who killed their cheating ex-boyfriend. But now Kat can get back to her usual, murder-free existence.
Then she gets an unexpected plea for help. Mandy Thorne has ruined countless lives through her revenge podcast. She also did her best to frame the girls. Now, she claims, someone is trying to kill her. And the girls are the only ones who can save her.
But can the trio and Mandy put aside their mutual contempt long enough to prevent a murder and solve this case? Can they become…the Mortal Enemy Murder Club?
June 16, 2026
Upcoming events and another Goodreads Giveaway for THE MORTAL ENEMY MURDER CLUB
There's a Goodreads giveaway for THE MORTAL ENEMY MURDER CLUB now through June 30!
Enter giveaway here!
And if you're in the Chicago or Boston areas, I would love to see you at an event or signing! Please see my list of upcoming events here.
Stay tuned for more giveaways! Thank you so much for your support!
The Mortal Enemy Murder Club
Full Synopsis:
Kathryn Hu is not getting into the business of solving murders. Yes, she and her friends Olivia and Elle figured out who killed their cheating ex-boyfriend. But now Kat can get back to her usual, murder-free existence.
Then she gets an unexpected plea for help. Mandy Thorne has ruined countless lives through her revenge podcast. She also did her best to frame the girls. Now, she claims, someone is trying to kill her. And the girls are the only ones who can save her.
But can the trio and Mandy put aside their mutual contempt long enough to prevent a murder and solve this case? Can they become…the Mortal Enemy Murder Club?
Enter giveaway here!
And if you're in the Chicago or Boston areas, I would love to see you at an event or signing! Please see my list of upcoming events here.
Stay tuned for more giveaways! Thank you so much for your support!
The Mortal Enemy Murder Club
Full Synopsis:
Kathryn Hu is not getting into the business of solving murders. Yes, she and her friends Olivia and Elle figured out who killed their cheating ex-boyfriend. But now Kat can get back to her usual, murder-free existence.
Then she gets an unexpected plea for help. Mandy Thorne has ruined countless lives through her revenge podcast. She also did her best to frame the girls. Now, she claims, someone is trying to kill her. And the girls are the only ones who can save her.
But can the trio and Mandy put aside their mutual contempt long enough to prevent a murder and solve this case? Can they become…the Mortal Enemy Murder Club?
May 18, 2026
Goodreads Giveaway for THE MORTAL ENEMY MURDER CLUB
There's a Goodreads giveaway for THE MORTAL ENEMY MURDER CLUB now through May 30!
Enter giveaway here!
About the book: Podcaster Mandy Thorne comes to the Ex-Girlfriend Murder Club for help when she thinks someone is trying to kill her, but can the trio and Mandy put aside their mutual contempt long enough to prevent a murder and solve this case?
And while it's not officially announced yet, you can see the list of stores that will be participating in my preorder campaign here! Order from one of these to get a signed bookplate and bookmark! And personalized and signed copies will be available from The Book Cellar, also at the link above.
Stay tuned for more giveaways! Thank you so much for your support!
The Mortal Enemy Murder Club
Full Synopsis:
Kathryn Hu is not getting into the business of solving murders. Yes, she and her friends Olivia and Elle figured out who killed their cheating ex-boyfriend. But now Kat can get back to her usual, murder-free existence.
Then she gets an unexpected plea for help. Mandy Thorne has ruined countless lives through her revenge podcast. She also did her best to frame the girls. Now, she claims, someone is trying to kill her. And the girls are the only ones who can save her.
But can the trio and Mandy put aside their mutual contempt long enough to prevent a murder and solve this case? Can they become…the Mortal Enemy Murder Club?
Enter giveaway here!
About the book: Podcaster Mandy Thorne comes to the Ex-Girlfriend Murder Club for help when she thinks someone is trying to kill her, but can the trio and Mandy put aside their mutual contempt long enough to prevent a murder and solve this case?
And while it's not officially announced yet, you can see the list of stores that will be participating in my preorder campaign here! Order from one of these to get a signed bookplate and bookmark! And personalized and signed copies will be available from The Book Cellar, also at the link above.
Stay tuned for more giveaways! Thank you so much for your support!
The Mortal Enemy Murder Club
Full Synopsis:
Kathryn Hu is not getting into the business of solving murders. Yes, she and her friends Olivia and Elle figured out who killed their cheating ex-boyfriend. But now Kat can get back to her usual, murder-free existence.
Then she gets an unexpected plea for help. Mandy Thorne has ruined countless lives through her revenge podcast. She also did her best to frame the girls. Now, she claims, someone is trying to kill her. And the girls are the only ones who can save her.
But can the trio and Mandy put aside their mutual contempt long enough to prevent a murder and solve this case? Can they become…the Mortal Enemy Murder Club?
February 9, 2026
THE MORTAL ENEMY MURDER CLUB available on NetGalley
Dearest Readers,
Thank you all so much for the love and support you've shown the Ex-Girlfriend Murder Club. I am so grateful to you all. And thank you for your excitement for the sequel! I cannot wait to share THE MORTAL ENEMY MURDER CLUB with you all July 28th! In that book, Mandy Thorne comes to the girls for help because she thinks someone is trying to kill her.
The book has all of has all of my favorite things from the first book but even MORE:
–twists and turns
–suspects
–Kat's MOM
–romance
–Mandy Thorne
–and of course, many more shenanigans, including one of my favorite scenes I've ever written
I very much hope you'll enjoy!
The book is available to request now on NetGalley, and you can learn more about the book and preorder here.
The Mortal Enemy Murder Club
Thank you, as always, for your support and for making it so I can do my dream job. I had the most fun writing these books, and I hope they in turn were able to bring you some joy as well.
Official Synopsis:
The Ex-Girlfriend Murder Club is back with a twist in this smart, hilarious mystery by USA TODAY bestselling author Gloria Chao.
Kathryn Hu is not getting into the business of solving murders. Yes, she and her friends Olivia and Elle figured out who killed their cheating ex-boyfriend. But now Kat can get back to her usual, murder-free existence.
Then she gets an unexpected plea for help. Mandy Thorne has ruined countless lives through her revenge podcast. She also did her best to frame the girls. Now, she claims, someone is trying to kill her. And the girls are the only ones who can save her.
But can the trio and Mandy put aside their mutual contempt long enough to prevent a murder and solve this case? Can they become…the Mortal Enemy Murder Club?
Best,
Gloria
Thank you all so much for the love and support you've shown the Ex-Girlfriend Murder Club. I am so grateful to you all. And thank you for your excitement for the sequel! I cannot wait to share THE MORTAL ENEMY MURDER CLUB with you all July 28th! In that book, Mandy Thorne comes to the girls for help because she thinks someone is trying to kill her.
The book has all of has all of my favorite things from the first book but even MORE:
–twists and turns
–suspects
–Kat's MOM
–romance
–Mandy Thorne
–and of course, many more shenanigans, including one of my favorite scenes I've ever written
I very much hope you'll enjoy!
The book is available to request now on NetGalley, and you can learn more about the book and preorder here.
The Mortal Enemy Murder Club
Thank you, as always, for your support and for making it so I can do my dream job. I had the most fun writing these books, and I hope they in turn were able to bring you some joy as well.
Official Synopsis:
The Ex-Girlfriend Murder Club is back with a twist in this smart, hilarious mystery by USA TODAY bestselling author Gloria Chao.
Kathryn Hu is not getting into the business of solving murders. Yes, she and her friends Olivia and Elle figured out who killed their cheating ex-boyfriend. But now Kat can get back to her usual, murder-free existence.
Then she gets an unexpected plea for help. Mandy Thorne has ruined countless lives through her revenge podcast. She also did her best to frame the girls. Now, she claims, someone is trying to kill her. And the girls are the only ones who can save her.
But can the trio and Mandy put aside their mutual contempt long enough to prevent a murder and solve this case? Can they become…the Mortal Enemy Murder Club?
Best,
Gloria
January 15, 2026
The Mortal Enemy Murder Club and FILM NEWS!
Dearest Reader,
Cover Artist: Quinn Banting
Thank you so much for all the love you’ve shown The Ex-Girlfriend Murder Club since it’s release. It was on the USA Today Bestseller list twice, was a Gloss Book Club Selection for October, and is an Illinois Reads Pick for 2026.
The Mortal Enemy Murder Club, the second book in the Hu Done It mystery series (named after protagonist Kathryn Hu) will be out July 28, 2026, and I’m so thrilled to share the cover with you all!
Cover Artist: Quinn BantingI love how it is c...
June 20, 2025
THE EX-GIRLFRIEND MURDER CLUB is out on Tuesday!
THE EX-GIRLFRIEND MURDER CLUB is out in 4 days! This was the most fun I’ve had while writing, and I hope it shows on the page. The book is a humorous murder mystery filled with shenanigans and revenge, but the heart of the story is the friendship between the three girls who discover they’re dating the same man. And when they band together to get revenge on him only to find his body, they now must solve his murder together before they go down for it.
I loved writing Kat with her nerdy chemistr...
May 8, 2025
Preorder Campaign and Giveaway!
I'm so excited to announce the preorder campaign for THE EX-GIRLFRIEND MURDER CLUB! I've partnered with some of my favorite indie bookstores to offer a signed bookplate and bookmark with purchase of the book, while supplies last! Participating bookstores and preorder links:
Murder by the Book
Tropes & Trifles
Next Chapter Booksellers
Mysterious Galaxy
Old Firehouse Books
Silver Unicorn Books
For signed/personalized copies, order from The Book Cellar before June 20 here!
And for Chicago readers, the launch party will be at The Book Cellar on June 24 at 6:30pm. You can RSVP for the free event here! I'll be in conversation with the fabulous Mia P. Manansala.
Thank you so much for your support!
There's also a Goodreads giveaway for THE EX-GIRLFRIEND MURDER CLUB now through May 15!
Enter giveaway here!
About the book: three women dating the same man band together to get revenge, but when they discover his body, they’ll need to solve his murder before they go down for it.
The Ex-Girlfriend Murder Club
THE EX-GIRLFRIEND MURDER CLUB Full Synopsis:
The body in the closet was going to be a problem. Kathryn Hu knew it. Yes, Tucker Jones was a cheating scumbag, and yes, she’d agreed to meet Olivia and Elle—Tucker’s other girlfriends—to exact revenge for all he’d put them through… But then they found him. Dead.
Do they look guilty? Yes.
Do they feel guilty for having wished him dead just hours before? Maybe a little.
But—solid motive and a crime scene covered in their DNA aside—they’re innocent. They swear.
To clear their names, Kat, Olivia, and Elle team up to find the real killer. But as they go undercover and lie to everyone, including the hot detective working the case, they realize that every person in their ex’s life had a reason to want him dead. Will they uncover the truth before they go down for a murder they didn’t commit?
Filled with humor and shenanigans, The Ex-Girlfriend Murder Club is a romp of an adventure by award-winning author Gloria Chao, perfect for fans of Dial A for Aunties, Finlay Donovan Is Killing It and John Tucker Must Die.
Murder by the Book
Tropes & Trifles
Next Chapter Booksellers
Mysterious Galaxy
Old Firehouse Books
Silver Unicorn Books
For signed/personalized copies, order from The Book Cellar before June 20 here!
And for Chicago readers, the launch party will be at The Book Cellar on June 24 at 6:30pm. You can RSVP for the free event here! I'll be in conversation with the fabulous Mia P. Manansala.
Thank you so much for your support!
There's also a Goodreads giveaway for THE EX-GIRLFRIEND MURDER CLUB now through May 15!
Enter giveaway here!
About the book: three women dating the same man band together to get revenge, but when they discover his body, they’ll need to solve his murder before they go down for it.
The Ex-Girlfriend Murder Club
THE EX-GIRLFRIEND MURDER CLUB Full Synopsis:
The body in the closet was going to be a problem. Kathryn Hu knew it. Yes, Tucker Jones was a cheating scumbag, and yes, she’d agreed to meet Olivia and Elle—Tucker’s other girlfriends—to exact revenge for all he’d put them through… But then they found him. Dead.
Do they look guilty? Yes.
Do they feel guilty for having wished him dead just hours before? Maybe a little.
But—solid motive and a crime scene covered in their DNA aside—they’re innocent. They swear.
To clear their names, Kat, Olivia, and Elle team up to find the real killer. But as they go undercover and lie to everyone, including the hot detective working the case, they realize that every person in their ex’s life had a reason to want him dead. Will they uncover the truth before they go down for a murder they didn’t commit?
Filled with humor and shenanigans, The Ex-Girlfriend Murder Club is a romp of an adventure by award-winning author Gloria Chao, perfect for fans of Dial A for Aunties, Finlay Donovan Is Killing It and John Tucker Must Die.
April 9, 2025
The Ex-Girlfriend Murder Club giveaway and sequel announcement!
There's a Goodreads giveaway for THE EX-GIRLFRIEND MURDER CLUB now through April 15!
Enter giveaway here!
About the book: three women dating the same man band together to get revenge, but when they discover his body, they’ll need to solve his murder before they go down for it.
For signed/personalized copies, order from The Book Cellar before June 20 here!
And I'm so excited to announce that this will be the first book in the Hu Done It mystery series, with the sequel to come in 2026!
Stay tuned for more giveaways and where to order from for a signed bookplate and bookmark!
The Ex-Girlfriend Murder Club
THE EX-GIRLFRIEND MURDER CLUB Full Synopsis:
The body in the closet was going to be a problem. Kathryn Hu knew it. Yes, Tucker Jones was a cheating scumbag, and yes, she’d agreed to meet Olivia and Elle—Tucker’s other girlfriends—to exact revenge for all he’d put them through… But then they found him. Dead.
Do they look guilty? Yes.
Do they feel guilty for having wished him dead just hours before? Maybe a little.
But—solid motive and a crime scene covered in their DNA aside—they’re innocent. They swear.
To clear their names, Kat, Olivia, and Elle team up to find the real killer. But as they go undercover and lie to everyone, including the hot detective working the case, they realize that every person in their ex’s life had a reason to want him dead. Will they uncover the truth before they go down for a murder they didn’t commit?
Filled with humor and shenanigans, The Ex-Girlfriend Murder Club is a romp of an adventure by award-winning author Gloria Chao, perfect for fans of Dial A for Aunties, Finlay Donovan Is Killing It and John Tucker Must Die.
Enter giveaway here!
About the book: three women dating the same man band together to get revenge, but when they discover his body, they’ll need to solve his murder before they go down for it.
For signed/personalized copies, order from The Book Cellar before June 20 here!
And I'm so excited to announce that this will be the first book in the Hu Done It mystery series, with the sequel to come in 2026!
Stay tuned for more giveaways and where to order from for a signed bookplate and bookmark!
The Ex-Girlfriend Murder Club
THE EX-GIRLFRIEND MURDER CLUB Full Synopsis:
The body in the closet was going to be a problem. Kathryn Hu knew it. Yes, Tucker Jones was a cheating scumbag, and yes, she’d agreed to meet Olivia and Elle—Tucker’s other girlfriends—to exact revenge for all he’d put them through… But then they found him. Dead.
Do they look guilty? Yes.
Do they feel guilty for having wished him dead just hours before? Maybe a little.
But—solid motive and a crime scene covered in their DNA aside—they’re innocent. They swear.
To clear their names, Kat, Olivia, and Elle team up to find the real killer. But as they go undercover and lie to everyone, including the hot detective working the case, they realize that every person in their ex’s life had a reason to want him dead. Will they uncover the truth before they go down for a murder they didn’t commit?
Filled with humor and shenanigans, The Ex-Girlfriend Murder Club is a romp of an adventure by award-winning author Gloria Chao, perfect for fans of Dial A for Aunties, Finlay Donovan Is Killing It and John Tucker Must Die.
