Kat Johnson
Kat is an Audible editor and podcast addict who lightens up her rotation of true crime, hidden history, and investigative journalism with mystically tinged self-dev and the occasional science blockbuster to sound smarter at parties. You can subscribe to her nonfiction newsletter here.
Favorite listens of 2025 (so far)
Articles and interviews
'My Favorite Murder' Co-Hosts Karen Kilgariff and Georgia Hardstark Kill It With Their New Memoir
The creators of the hit podcast and murderino movement share how their new memoir, 'Stay Sexy and Don't Get Murdered: The Definitive How-To Guide,' perfectly reflects their special blend of true-crime obsession and self-care.
Kristen Roupenian's new short story collection delivers on the promise of her "Cat Person" success
The author of the most talked-about short story of 2018 discusses the furor that surrounded it and all she’s learned leading into the narration of her new collection, ‘You Know You Want This.’
Kerri Rawson on stepping out of the shadow of her serial killer father
Kerri Rawson talks with Editor Kat Johnson about the enormous emotional toll of writing her memoir, "A Serial Killer's Daughter," and her appreciation for how it's been brought to life in audio.
Find Out Why Anonymous Literary Sensation Atticus Says The Rise Of Instagram Poetry Is Something To Celebrate
The young poet who's helped make writing in verse cool again tells Editor Kat why it's a gateway to other literature, why his "mosaic of failures" is important, and why the mask may never come off.
Editors Reveal: The classics we missed in high school
Welcome to "Editors Reveal," a series where the Audible editors spill all our listening-related secrets. In this edition, we reveal the classics we should have read in high school. Was it worth the wait?
No Guilty Pleasure Here: Why Ethically Executed True Crime Has My Heart
Editor Kat Johnson professes her love of well-done true crime books that strike the right balance between telling an engaging tale and being salacious.
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