Paul Burke

Biography

I have finally written a book of my own after years of commenting on the work of other people. So we’ll see how that goes! About a decade ago I started reviewing literary fiction but I really found a home writing about crime, thrillers and mystery fiction. Crime people are lovely. The podcasting seemed a natural extension of writing about books and I have presented Crime Time FM since 2021, getting the Aspects of Crime podcast up and running in 2025. Interviewing authors is a privilege and so much fun. Aspects of Crime has given me the opportunity to edit a magazine and website and even a short story collection – a dream come true. I also write for Crime Fiction Lover and the European Literature Network and I am also a judge for the CWA Gold Dagger.

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My first reading passion was Cold War spy fiction. Yes! was there, for some if it anyway. My book is the first of two that allows me to revisit my favourite genre and not just the Cold War but centuries of espionage from gritty to fantasy.  I have a keen interest in sports, arts, politics and history. I was born in London, which I still consider my home town, but I live in South Wales where the walks are spectacular. Prior to joining the book world I worked in the private, voluntary and academic sectors over many years. Now I hope to make a success of being a published author.
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Author Interviews

You write reviews for Aspects of Crime, Crime Time and Crime Fiction Lover. How did you get into writing about crime fiction?

My background is pretty eclectic. I worked in the private, public and voluntary sectors. I enjoyed all my jobs but nothing beats your hobby becoming your job too. It was chance that got me started. I wrote a one paragraph review for NB Magazine and the editor liked it a lot…

Q&A With Paul Burke