Portfolio

Discover Matthew Palmer’s Literary Journey

Explore the growing portfolio of Matthew Palmer, a South West–based author whose work spans ecclesiastical crime fiction, traditional CID investigations, village-based mortuary mysteries, and speculative historical narrative. This page brings together the key series and projects that define his voice on the page.

Discover Matthew Palmer’s Latest Works

From cathedral-close investigations to mortuary secrets and myth-awakened histories, Matthew Palmer’s portfolio brings together a set of interconnected yet distinct fictional worlds. Below is a snapshot of his core series and flagship projects.

Ecclesiastical Mystery Series

The Lanternlight Cases

Traditional CID Investigations

The Harcourt Mysteries

Village Mortuary Investigations

The Wychwood-on-Lea Mortuary Mysteries – An Autopsy of Lies

Speculative Historical Narrative

The Wolf Awakens

Reader Testimonials and Reviews

Early reader and critic responses highlight Matthew Palmer’s blend of atmosphere, character depth, and intricately woven mystery—across both his cosy crime settings and his more speculative, historically inflected work.

Browse Matthew Palmer’s Book Collection

A visual glimpse into the tone and texture of Matthew’s work—from quiet studies and shadowed desks to suggestive, atmospheric scenes that mirror the worlds of The Lanternlight Cases, The Harcourt Mysteries, The Wychwood-on-Lea Mortuary Mysteries, and The Wolf Awakens.

Discover Matthew’s Stories

Explore The Lanternlight Cases, The Harcourt Mysteries, The Wychwood-on-Lea Mortuary Mysteries, and The Wolf Awakens, and stay up to date with new releases, sample chapters, and future projects.