Douglas Skelton is a highly respected author from Scotland, who is well-known for his crime fiction and thriller novels. Skelton has established himself as a successful crime writer, with eleven books to his name. Some of his most popular works include "Indian Peter," "Glasgow's Black Heart," and "Frightener." In addition to his crime novels, Skelton has also appeared as a guest on various news programs and documentaries, where he shares his expertise on Glasgow's criminal underworld.
Before becoming a full-time writer, Skelton worked in a variety of jobs, including as a shelf stacker, taxi driver, civil servant, meat porter, bank clerk, wine waiter, editor, investigator, and reporter. However, after discovering his passion for writing crime books, Skelton left his other jobs to focus on his writing career. He currently resides in Ayrshire, but he still has a strong connection to his hometown of Glasgow and often sets his stories there.
Skelton's writing career began in the true crime and criminal history genre, but he later transitioned to fiction. His first foray into fiction was with the book "Blood City," which was the first in a quartet of books set in the tough streets of Glasgow. He has since written two historical thrillers, as well as several contemporary crime thrillers, including the Davie McCall series and the Dominic Queste series. Skelton's writing is known for its gritty realism and his ability to create complex and relatable characters.
In addition to his work as a writer, Skelton is also a regular contributor to true crime shows on TV and radio, and he is a frequent speaker at crime writing festivals. He also enjoys participating in comedy shows with other crime writers and has written several plays in the "Carry on Sleuthing" series. Skelton's one-man show, "You the Jury," invites audiences to deliver verdicts on real-life cases, and he has also written a court drama in collaboration with the Faculty of Advocates in Scotland. Skelton's books have been longlisted for several awards, including the McIlvanney Prize for Scottish Crime Book of the Year.