Scott & Lawson Publishing

Scott & Lawson Publishing is an independent Scottish publisher based in Dundee. We publish award-winning crime thrillers, cozy mystery anthologies, and the Writing Matters series, offering practical advice and inspiration for writers at every stage of their journey.

Alongside our books, we’re passionate about discovering and supporting new voices. Through our anthologies and publishing projects, we provide opportunities for both established and emerging authors to share their work with readers around the world. We believe great stories deserve to be read, and we’re committed to helping talented writers reach new audiences.

News and Opportunities

Coming Soon

We’re delighted to announce that our next anthology, A Right Cozy Library Crime, is currently in development. Watch this page for updates, publication news and exciting announcements over the coming months.

Call for Submissions

Submissions are currently closed.

We’re busy planning our next anthology and are not accepting submissions at present. Please check back soon for details of our next call for submissions.

Publications

DI Shona McKenzie Mysteries

Set in Dundee, Scotland, the award-winning DI Shona McKenzie Mysteries follow  Shona and her team as they tackle a series of tense murder investigations. From serial killers to seemingly impossible crimes, each novel presents a new case, new suspects and fresh challenges as Shona works to uncover the truth.

A Right Cozy Crime

A Right Cozy Crime is a series of cozy crime anthologies where murder meets wit and imagination. Each book explores a different theme, from Christmas and food to history, bringing together mysteries that are perfect for readers who enjoy interesting characters and crime with a lighter touch. 

Writing Matters

Writing Matters is a series of books for writers who want to improve their skills and understand more about the writing process. Each book explores different aspects of writing, creativity and the business of writing, that can help writers wherever they are in their creative journey.