Copywriter turned thriller-writer

Before turning to fiction, Kelsey founded Northill Creative Communications, a firm whose clients spanned the entire lifestyle spectrum—from globally top-ranked business schools to trend-forward architecture firms. Prior to that she was named Associate Creative Director of one of BC’s biggest branding firms when she was in her mid-twenties.

An influencer before the term existed, Kelsey founded a high-profile lifestyle site whose readership grew so rapidly, she started appearing regularly as a trend expert on morning shows and contributing arts, culture and travel pieces to major outlets. The experience also led her to consult on the development of Simon Fraser University’s Digital Communications Program, sit on its advisory board for many years and lead sold-out workshops to packed auditoriums.

Kelsey holds a degree in English Literature from the University of British Columbia and lives in Vancouver, Canada, where she has been running a book club since way before it was cool.