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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
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My personal favourite from the collection is The Snowflake Maker — a magical tale about the Jack Frost family who design our beautiful snowflakes.❄️
Available in Paperback, Kindle & Audiobook—with extra puzzles & games in the paperback!🎅📖 #ChristmasBooks
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November 27, 2025 at 7:30 PM
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❄️ Let me tell you a bit more about my books..
It’s Beginning To Look A Lot Like Christmas is a collection of festive short stories & poems, including fan favourites Robin Redbreast, Princess Nethalya & The Dog Peed On The Christmas Tree!🎄✨ #FestiveReads
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November 27, 2025 at 7:08 PM
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With help from their friend Luna the Lab, Olly & Max race to save #Christmas in this #festive adventure — beautifully illustrated by Izzy Bean. ❤️🐾🎅 linktr.ee/christurnbul...
#OllyTheJack #Illustrations #PictureBooks #KidsBooks #FestiveReads #reading #books
November 13, 2025 at 7:30 PM
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Olly & The #Christmas Rescue is the fifth #book in my #OllyTheJack series!
Olly & his new brother Max stay up for #Santa — only to find someone’s stolen his reindeer! 🦌✨ linktr.ee/christurnbul...
#ChildrensBooks #ChristmasReads
November 13, 2025 at 7:02 PM
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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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October 30, 2025 at 7:31 PM
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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...
October 30, 2025 at 7:05 PM
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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
October 17, 2025 at 5:59 PM
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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
October 16, 2025 at 6:29 PM
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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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October 2, 2025 at 4:39 PM
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🕯️ 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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October 2, 2025 at 4:28 PM
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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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September 18, 2025 at 6:31 PM
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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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September 18, 2025 at 6:02 PM
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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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September 5, 2025 at 5:59 PM
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🌆 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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September 5, 2025 at 5:30 PM
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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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September 5, 2025 at 6:06 AM
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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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August 21, 2025 at 7:04 PM
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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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August 7, 2025 at 6:30 PM
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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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August 7, 2025 at 6:02 PM
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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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July 24, 2025 at 6:31 PM
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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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July 24, 2025 at 6:02 PM
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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
July 10, 2025 at 6:03 PM
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#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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July 10, 2025 at 5:31 PM
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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
June 26, 2025 at 5:30 PM
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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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June 26, 2025 at 5:04 PM
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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
June 10, 2025 at 4:31 PM