David Wardhaugh writer of murder mystery novels

I was a civil servant for forty-five years before retiring at the end of 2020. Confined to my home during the pandemic, I finally had the time to pursue a lifelong passion for writing.

The story behind my first book, Finding the Past, had been running around in my mind for several years. 

There are four books featuring Adam Turner.

The Parakeet Murder is the first of a new series featuring Private Investigator Harriet Cross is due to be published in Summer 2025.

I write most days and try to visit the gym at least three times a week, but I'm slightly more successful in finding cafés for coffee and cake.

I live in Gateshead on the banks of the River Tyne with my partner, Mark. I have a sister living in Wales.