Tom Turner is an accomplished American author, best known for his Charlie Crawford Palm Beach Mysteries series. His writing has been favorably compared to the late, great Elmore Leonard and Carl Hiaasen, establishing him as a prominent figure in the crime, fiction, thriller, and mystery genres.
Born and raised in New England, Turner's career path has been varied and interesting. After completing his college education, he managed a bar in Vermont before moving to New York to work in advertising. As a copywriter, he garnered several awards for his work in various Manhattan advertising agencies. Following a successful career in advertising, Turner made a significant career shift to commercial real estate, which eventually led him to Palm Beach. It was here that he discovered his passion for writing mystery stories set in this glamorous and intriguing location.
After spending several years in Palm Beach, buying, renovating, and selling houses, Turner began writing mystery novels. His first novel, Palm Beach Nasty, was followed by its sequel, Palm Beach Poison, and a screenplay, Underwater. Inspired by the charm of Charleston, South Carolina, Turner relocated there and wrote his third novel, Killing Time in Charleston. Currently residing in Delray Beach, Florida, Turner continues to write about passion and murder among his neighbors, having published a total of eighteen crime thrillers and mysteries. He is best known for his Charlie Crawford series set in Palm Beach, which has been well-received by readers and critics alike.