Fifty years ago, I left school as one of the best readers and writers in my class. Naturally, I decided to put that talent to absolutely no use whatsoever for the next half-century.

Now, five decades later, I've finally returned to writing. Some people buy a sports car when they have a midlife crisis. I decided to invent imaginary people, ruin their lives and occasionally kill them off. Much cheaper than a Ferrari, although probably more concerning.

I write stories filled with mystery, murder, horror, dark humour and the occasional character who's clearly got more problems than I have.

They say it's never too late to follow your dreams. At my age, I'm just hoping I can finish a few books before I forget what the dreams were.

So welcome to my world. I'm Alan Breen, a Scottish author who's taken fifty years to get started.

Better late than never. Unless you're one of my characters. Then you're probably already dead.

Every great story begins somewhere, and I'd love you to be part of mine. Be among the first to hear about my latest books, new stories, behind-the-scenes moments and what's coming next! 

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