Author Spotlight: crime writer David L Haigh on character, setting and storytelling

David Haigh is the author of a series of rural crime novels set in the border country – Cumbria, Northumberland and southern Scotland. His DCI Jeff Spencer books, including Land Kill, bring together atmospheric northern settings and compelling investigations rooted in contemporary issues.

In this Author Spotlight, David shares insights into his writing journey, inspiration and creative process.

Hitting the research sweet spot: Bernard Cornwell’s advice on avoiding info-dumping.

Learn how to balance research and storytelling in your fiction. Discover tips to avoid info-dumping and keep your readers engaged, no matter your genre.