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Karen Campbell


Scotland (b.1967)

Scottish writer Karen Campbell is a graduate of Glasgow University's prestigious Creative Writing Masters, and author of The Twilight Time.

A former police officer, Karen can legitimately claim to have worked the streets of Glasgow, and her debut novel, described as 'gritty as hell, shot through with black humour', weaves personal insights and experiences to take a look at life behind the uniform - and the choices women make in life.
 


Genres: Mystery, General Fiction, Literary Fiction
 
New and upcoming books
March 2025

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This Bright Life
 
Series
Anna Cameron
   1. The Twilight Time (2008)
   2. After The Fire (2009)
   3. Shadowplay (2010)
   4. Proof of Life (2011)
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Novels
   This Is Where I Am (2013)
   Rise (2015)
   The Sound of the Hours (2019)
   Paper Cup (2022)
   This Bright Life (2025)
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Collections
   L Is For (2014) (with others)
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Series contributed to
Elsewhere
   1. Here (2012) (with others)
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Award nominations
2010 CWA Gold Dagger (shortlist) : Shadowplay


Karen Campbell recommends
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The Secrets of Blythswood Square (2024)
Sara Sheridan
"Dripping with intrigue and luscious prose, this sumptuous novel shines a light on a Glasgow long past ... Sherdian's fine writing and expert characterisation just pull you in, so you can hear silk skirts swish and secret doors creak, as if you too are dwelling amongst the bustle of Blytheswood Square. I loved it."

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