True Crime Young Adult Brilliant Energy Meets Bestselling Author Katie Bernet: Beth Is Dead, YA Murder Mystery BookTok Viral Hit Writing Secrets Relationships Pop Culture Deep Dive Interview Life Advice, Creative Process, Unfiltered Conversation

Crime Junkies Ready for Another Must-Listen? When Beth March is found dead in the woods on New Year’s Day, her sisters vow to uncover her murderer. Suspects abound. There’s the neighbor who has feelings for not one but two of the girls. Meg’s manipulative best friend. Amy’s flirtatious mentor. And Beth’s lionhearted first love. But it doesn’t take the surviving sisters much digging to uncover motives each one of the March girls had for doing the unthinkable. Jo, an aspiring author with a huge following on social media, would do anything to hook readers. Would she kill her sister for the story? Amy dreams of studying art in Europe, but she’ll need money from her aunt—money that’s always been earmarked for Beth. And Meg wouldn’t dream of hurting her sister…but her boyfriend might have, and she’ll protect him at all costs.Despite the growing suspicion within the family, it’s hard to know for sure if the crime was committed by someone close to home. After all, the March sisters were dragged into the spotlight months ago when their father published a controversial bestseller about his own daughters. Beth could have been killed by anyone.The tragedy threatens to rip the Marches apart.Beth March’s sisters will stop at nothing to track down her killer—until they begin to suspect each other. True crime podcast, murder mystery, bestselling author interview, viral podcast episode, storytelling, relationships, pop culture, comedy podcast vibes, unfiltered conversation, deep dive interview, writing tips, creative process, mental health, life advice, girl talk, booktok, book podcast, suspense thriller, real talk, cultural commentary, self-improvement, long-form conversation—that's all! Today we sit down with bestselling author Katie Bernet, the breakout voice behind Beth Is Dead, a bold, modern Little Women retelling turned gripping YA murder mystery that’s taking BookTok and the publishing world by storm.The global hit podcast The Naughty Librarian now has over a million listeners in 27 countries. This episode has special guest New York Times,USA Today, and#1 Indie Bestselling author Katie Bernet. The debut is Beth is Dead. Listen to this fast-rising star in the publishing industry in a candid, one-on-one with host Alex you won't find anywhere else.Binge-worthy, thought-provoking! A New York Times, USA Today, & #1 Indie bestselling author reveals the behind-the-scenes secrets of writing a page-turning thriller, & how to build complex, unforgettable characters that readers obsess over. We talk creative risks, storytelling psychology, relationships in fiction, and the real-life inspiration behind her dark, twisty narrative style. Katie also shares honest, unfiltered insights on the publishing industry, rejection, success, & what it actually takes to turn an idea into a viral, must-read book.Love true crime energy, author interviews, deep conversations, pop culture takes, writing advice, and addictive storytelling? Entertainment, education, and inspiration all in one. Perfect for fans of suspense, mystery, BookTok favorites, & podcasts that mix humor, honesty, and real-world insight—share, follow.Social media links at the website The Naughty LibrarianCompanion book Side Hustle Podcast: Build a One-Person, Million-Dollar Business Podcasting from your Living Room Couch by Alex Loudon available at Barnes & Noble and the website directly (best price).(c) 2026 - present Alexander Loudon. Use of the contents, in whole or in part, at any time and for any purpose requires premium licensing compensation to the publisher and host on commercial terms no less favorable than top-tier licensing agreements.