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Chris Turnbull

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Author of Historical fiction, Crime and Children's books #OllyTheJack

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Chris Turnbull @christurnbull20.bsky.social · Mar 16

Hi, I’m Chris Turnbull – A Multi-Genre Author known for my #Whitby Crime Novels, and Children's #books based on my real dog #OllyTheJack

You can find out more about my books, upcoming events, and latest projects here: linktr.ee/christurnbul...

#author #amreading #Yorkshire

Chris Turnbull @christurnbull20.bsky.social · 7d

When a woman is found dead after #illusionist Victor Crown’s performance, rumours spread that the show itself may hide a dark secret...
Matthews & Harvey return — joined by journalist Clara — to uncover the truth. 🔎 #Whitby #CrimeFiction #amreading #books
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Chris Turnbull @christurnbull20.bsky.social · 7d

🎩 Let me tell you a bit more about my books...
Illusions of Murder is the third #book in my Detective Matthews series, inspired by the great #Victorian magicians and illusionists who captivated audiences with mystery and spectacle. ✨
Grab your copy: linktr.ee/christurnbul...

Chris Turnbull @christurnbull20.bsky.social · 20d

🎃 Let me tell you a bit more about my books...
Olly & The #Halloween Party is the 3rd book in my #OllyTheJack series!
Olly dresses as Harry Pawter and hosts a spooky party with Luna the Lab 🐝 and newcomer Greyson the Whippet💚
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#ChildrensBooks #dogs #book

Chris Turnbull @christurnbull20.bsky.social · 21d

This fun story, beautifully illustrated by Izzy Bean, has it all — costumes, mischief, and a lovely message about friendship & standing up to bullies.
One of my personal favourites in the series! 🐾https://linktr.ee/christurnbullauthor
🎃 #OllyTheJack #IzzyBeanIllustration #Halloween #reading

Chris Turnbull @christurnbull20.bsky.social · Oct 2

Originally written for an anthology at my first author event, Darkest Beginnings lets readers peek into the twisted past of my villain from Whitby’s Darkest Secret. 🌑 #HistoricalThriller #books #amreading #author

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Chris Turnbull @christurnbull20.bsky.social · Oct 2

🕯️ Darkest Beginnings (2016) is a prequel novella to Whitby’s Darkest Secret, following the stalker/killer through 3 key stages of his life — long before Whitby. Available in Paperback & Kindle! #Novella #gothic #Whitby #amreading #books #author
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Chris Turnbull @christurnbull20.bsky.social · Sep 18

Inspired by my time volunteering at the RSPCA, this story is about giving rescue dogs a second chance at happiness.
Beautifully illustrated in watercolour by Rebecca Sharp. 🐶🎨 #books #kidlit #amreading #storytime #RSPCA #SecondChances #dogs

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Chris Turnbull @christurnbull20.bsky.social · Sep 18

🐾 Let me tell you a bit more about my books...
Emy Gets A Sister (2018) is the sequel to A Home For Emy. This time, Emy returns to the shelter — not to leave, but to welcome her new sister, Elsa! 💛 #RescueDogs #ChildrensBooks #kidlit #reading

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Chris Turnbull @christurnbull20.bsky.social · Sep 5

Told through multiple perspectives — including Detective Matthews (long before his own series!) — Revenge Hits London is a story of obsession, fear & survival in Victorian London. 🌙 #RevengeHitsLondon #HistoricalFiction #London #reading #books
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Chris Turnbull @christurnbull20.bsky.social · Sep 5

🌆 Revenge Hits London (2017) is the sequel to Whitby’s Darkest Secret.
Victoria returns to London after her honeymoon... but her stalker has followed her to the capital, intent on revenge. Set in Spring 1900. #HistoricalThriller #Books
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Chris Turnbull @christurnbull20.bsky.social · Sep 5

👑🐾 Let me tell you a bit more about my books...
Olly & The Royal Invitation (2022) was released in the Platinum Jubilee year! Olly heads to Buckingham Palace, meets a Royal Corgi, and causes a whole lot of cheeky trouble... #OllyTheJack #ChildrensBooks
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Chris Turnbull @christurnbull20.bsky.social · Aug 21

Illustrated once again by the amazing Izzy Bean, this story captures Olly’s cheeky terrier spirit perfectly.
It was such fun releasing this book during such a historic celebration! 🐾✨ #OllyAndTheJack #IzzyBean #KidsBooks #reading #books #dogs

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Chris Turnbull @christurnbull20.bsky.social · Aug 7

This story dives deeper into the lives of our favourite characters—Matthews and his new wife Grace, but especially Harvey, whose personal struggles begin to surface.
It’s the #book that made Harvey a firm fan favourite.💙 #WhitbyRegatta #Whitby #Yorkshire
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Chris Turnbull @christurnbull20.bsky.social · Aug 7

⛵Let me tell you a bit more about my books...
The Regatta Murders is book 2 in the Detective Matthews series, set during the #WhitbyRegatta in 1892. When a string of young men die in mysterious circumstances, Matthews & Harvey must act fast.
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Chris Turnbull @christurnbull20.bsky.social · Jul 24

This story promotes caring for the environment, celebrates true friendship, and has a plenty of fun too!
Illustrated once again by the amazing Izzy Bean, it’s the most loved #book in the series—and we can see why! 💛🐶 #OllyTheJack #dogs #amreading #kidlit
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Chris Turnbull @christurnbull20.bsky.social · Jul 24

🐾 Let me tell you a bit more about my books...
Olly & The Treasure Map, book 2 in the #OllyTheJack series, introduces Luna the Lab—Olly’s real-life best friend! Together, they take part in a #beachclean… and discover a #treasuremap ! 🏴‍☠️✨ #ChildrensBooks
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Chris Turnbull @christurnbull20.bsky.social · Jul 10

Still one of my most loved #books #TheVintageCoat began it all. It’s the #story that made me a published #author—and the one that still has my heart.
Reissued in 2020 with an extended edition, it’s never really let go of me... 🧥💭 linktr.ee/christurnbul... #HistoricalFiction

Chris Turnbull @christurnbull20.bsky.social · Jul 10

🧥 Let me tell you a bit more about my books...
#TheVintageCoat was my #DebutNovel, inspired by a real #WWII coat I found in an antique shop in #Alston, #Cumbria. In the story, putting the coat on takes you back to 1943… taking it off returns you to now.
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Chris Turnbull @christurnbull20.bsky.social · Jun 26

I was lucky enough to collaborate with Izzy Bean, an incredibly talented Yorkshire-based illustrator whose work I had admired for some time. 🐶🏳️‍🌈
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#OllyTheJack #LGBTRepresentation #ChildrensBooks

Chris Turnbull @christurnbull20.bsky.social · Jun 26

🐾 Let me tell you a bit more about my books...
Olly The Top Security Dog was the first in my #OllyTheJack series, starring my real-life #JackRussell Olly! Small in size (3.9kg!) but huge in personality—beautifully brought to life by illustrator Izzy Bean
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Chris Turnbull @christurnbull20.bsky.social · Jun 10

The title comes from the #GreenCarnation #OscarWilde famously wore in 1892—a subtle signal of LGBTQ identity.
I wanted to write a story that honoured those who had to hide, while also challenging my characters’ beliefs. 🌿🏳️‍🌈 linktr.ee/christurnbul...
#HistoricalFiction #PrideMonth

Chris Turnbull @christurnbull20.bsky.social · Jun 10

🏳️‍🌈 Let me tell you a bit more about my books...
The #GreenCarnation Society, book 4 of Detective Matthews series, set in 1893 #Whitby Inspired by #OscarWilde, this story explores the hidden lives of #LGBTQ people in the Victorian era
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Chris Turnbull @christurnbull20.bsky.social · May 28

The #PennyHedge is a real #Whitby ritual dating back to the 12th century
Each #AscensionEve locals plant a hazel hedge in the harbour as part of an ancient penance.
This eerie tale was the perfect spark for my story linktr.ee/christurnbul...

Chris Turnbull @christurnbull20.bsky.social · May 28

📖 Let me tell you a bit more about my books...
The #PlantingofthePennyHedge was meant to be a standalone prequel for Detective Matthews. Set during his first case in #Whitby, it explores his return home—and the local tradition that inspired the title. linktr.ee/christurnbul...

Chris Turnbull @christurnbull20.bsky.social · May 15

Whitby's Darkest Secret is more of a stalker thriller than a classic mystery.
Told through 3 voices: the stalker, his victim & Detective Matthews—who would later get his own series! 👀📚
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#Whitby #books #amreading #Detective