Scottish writer and musician, writing stories and songs rooted in real life.
Burn
A man at rock bottom, a guitar, and the fight back up.
Shore
My latest collection, January to March 2026. Built out of real days, hard weather, music, and the need to make something real.
My work is about ordinary lives, memory, weather, work, love, survival, and the places that shape us. If you’re new here, Start Here is the best place to begin.
Frozen River — crime fiction from Shotgun Honey, 1 July 2026.
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Latest Blog Posts
Let’s Go
“I’m tired, man. I’ve been working all day. I just want to go to my bed, put some songs on, and then just sleep.” “Ah ok, well, fair enough, but what did you do last night?” “Couch. TV.” “And the night before?” “Couch. TV.” He took a drag on his cigarette. “You know that will…
Walking
Walking is good for anxiety. So, I walk. Last night I walked 20 km. I just started, and I kept going. Through the streets, across the park, sun breaking through. Down to the river, few people fishing. Said hello. Kept walking. Through the woods, into town. Past the pubs, bands playing, or karaoke, people everywhere.…
Blue Sky
Me and her under an endless blue sky. The clouds racing across it as we turn the radio off and pick our course. Through the city till the concrete turns to grass.The miles passing like minutes. Pick a tune. One singer. One song. Your choice, my choice, and then around again.Laughing like a pair of…
Music Playlist — have a listen to some of my songs here
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