SCOTTISH CRIME WRITER WENDY H. JONES
Welcome to the home of Wendy H. Jones, award-winning Scottish writer, children’s author, non-fiction author, publisher and international speaker. Wendy is the author of the bestselling DI Shona McKenzie Mysteries, the Cass Claymore Investigates series, the Fergus and Flora Mysteries, the Bertie the Buffalo series and practical books for writers. Through Scott and Lawson Publishing, she also publishes acclaimed Cozy Mystery Anthologies, showcasing talented mystery writers from around the world. Wendy is a sought-after speaker at literary festivals and conferences and serves on the Board of Sisters in Crime, supporting and championing crime writers worldwide. Whether you’re looking for gripping crime fiction, engaging children’s books, practical writing advice or outstanding cosy mystery anthologies, you’ll find something to enjoy here.
Latest News
Wendy is delighted to announce that she is now being represented by Amy Collins of Tolcott Notch Literary Services. She is very much looking forward to this partnership and the way in which it will help her to take the next step forward in her author career.
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Latest Publications
Wendy’s latest titles include the new book from the DI Shona McKenzie series, Killer’s Cure, the children’s book Bertie at the Worldwide Games, and for those looking to write a book, Non-Fiction Matters. Please click on the images below for more information.
DI Shona McKenzie is hurtled into her most complex case yet, when she is alerted to the unexpected deaths of several women, all of whom were hospital inpatients. All were recovering.
None should have died.
None on the same ward.
None in the same hospital.
Then the case takes an even more sinister turn. Where does Shona even start to solve her latest case and how can she join the pieces together to bring a killer to justice.
Bertie the Buffalo is having fun on the farm where he lives in Scotland. Then a mysterious letter arrives inviting him to represent Scotland in the Worldwide Games. Bertie and his friends fly to Tokyo where they meet new and exotic animals and try to win first prize in all the different events.
Have you ever dreamed of writing a non – fiction book but don’t know where to start? Non-Fiction Matters walks you through the steps from finding an idea to seeing your book in readers’ hands. Whether you’re an expert in your field or passionate about sharing your knowledge in a specific area, this book guides you through every stage of the writing journey. Learn how to refine your idea, structure your content, stay motivated, research your topic and navigate the publishing world whichever route to publication you take. Packed with practical advice, insider tips, and real-world examples, Non-Fiction Matters proves that your book does matter and now is the time to write it. Readers worldwide are waiting.