Simon Patterson to Write Memoir About Estranged Wife Erin's Mushroom Murders
Simon Patterson, estranged husband of convicted mushroom murderer Erin Patterson, signed a book deal to write a memoir about his experience. This will be the first time he tells his story outside a courtroom about surviving what he feared were repeated attempts on his life.

Simon Patterson has agreed to write a memoir about his life with estranged wife Erin Patterson, who was convicted of murdering three people with poisoned mushrooms. The book marks the first time Simon will publicly share his story outside of court testimony.
Erin Patterson killed Simon's parents and aunt by serving them a deadly beef Wellington dish laced with poisonous mushrooms. Simon also survived what he believed were multiple attempts on his life by his estranged wife, including incidents involving poisoned pasta and curry.
Despite receiving numerous profitable broadcasting offers during the global media coverage of the case, Simon turned them down. Instead, he launched his own media company and started a podcast to maintain control over his story.
Publication details including the publisher and release date have not been announced yet. Simon appeared in court as recently as May 2025 during the legal proceedings against his estranged wife.
The book will reveal new details about one of Australia's most shocking murder cases that made global headlines. It could provide insight into how someone survives living with an alleged serial killer and the warning signs others might watch for.
Publisher and release date details will be announced. The memoir will likely provide new insights into the case.
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