About the author

Michael is one of Scotland’s growing breed of highly talented crime writers. He is the creator of the extremely popular Steven Murray novel, and had been nominated for 'Best Breakthrough Author 2018 Crime Thriller Awards. 

His inaugural book The Winter Wind was the precursor in what should prove to be an exciting collection of titles featuring the music loving, yet somewhat mentally challenged Detective Inspector. It was also shortlisted for the Staedtler Independent Crime Novel of the Year in 2017.

Brought up in Paisley, in the west of Scotland. He was the youngest in a family of five. 

Born in the month of October, he has a great affinity with his star sign of ‘the scales.’ 

Growing up, he'd often quote – “It's all about getting the balance right!”

After many years as a professional entertainer and business author, in early 2016 he took up crime fiction writing. It became a conduit and an exciting outlet to keep his creative juices flowing. In February of that year, D.I. Murray was born and the journey for both he and Michael over the last few years has been filled with more twists and turns than a giant roller coaster. A journey that he hopes you’ll continue to enjoy together.