S C Cunningham

'Agatha Christie on acid!' SCCunningham is an author of crime, mystery, steamy romance, fantasy, and paranormal thrillers. A former crime investigator with experience across CID, wanted and absconder units, major crime intelligence, child protection, victim support, and time spent in music, film, sport, and celebrity management, she brings a sharp insider’s eye to stories about justice, power, corruption, love, survival, and the thin line between right and wrong.

Blending suspense with warmth, wit, danger, and a strong sense of heart, her fiction often explores the darker side of human nature while celebrating courage, karma, and the flawed but determined characters who fight for the vulnerable.

British born of Irish roots, she's written 30 books, lives on the Sussex Coast, supports; veterans, child, animal, and planet causes, is a Crime Writers' Association member.

-- FALLEN ANGEL SERIES supernatural crime investigators

For the monsters the law can’t touch, karma has a new recruit -- When Amy was 4yrs, she escaped a predator and made a promise to the heavens. 28yrs later, she lies beneath a commuter train with her childhood bargain called in.

Awakening in the skies, she's assigned to Jack, a trainer who knows intimate details about her and makes her feel far too alive for someone already dead.

She's entered the world of the Fallen: dead Erthfolk who work alongside a covert crime unit to expose predators, protect the vulnerable, and deliver karma where the law falls short. Their methods are ruthless. Their rules are strict. And every unauthorized kill risks exile below ground, where the Witnesses await.

Amy takes to the work with ease. Following orders is another matter. But with every mission, the line between karma and vengeance grows harder to see, and the Witnesses help her cross it.

READERS

“I wanted to jump in, be part of it"

”Wow! Makes a great film. Addictive”

‘Pulls you straight into a world where justice is not clean, angels are anything but holy, and karma comes with attitude'

‘What if all we know about good and evil is only the surface of truth?’

‘A special team guards us, but they don't look/act like you'd think’

‘There's romance, the sizzling variety with very hot chemistry’

'This book was mind blowing. The concept, the action, danger, chaos and everything else, I was on the edge of my seat binging this, freaking phenomenal. I just might have a new favorite author'

--CRIMELLA not-so-cozy mystery

The prettiest villages make the best hiding places, and Nettleacre is hiding more than most.

Anna Wilde has created an unusual refuge for frightened locals: leave a note in the letterbox of her grand Sussex home, and she and her two closest friends investigate the crimes Nettleacre prefers to ignore. It's an unlikely partnership - glamour, magic, and old-fashioned police work - but it works.

Until the notes begin pointing to women who have vanished.

Women who are lonely, vulnerable, and far too easy for the village to overlook. Soon, the trail leads Anna, Lily, and Sadie to a respected local with something to hide, and to two new arrivals with dangerous pasts: one a charming stranger with a killer’s past, the other a crime boss looking for redemption.

This is bigger than three women and a letterbox. As the case draws in a secret Mayfair crime unit and entities from the skies above, the three women must learn who to trust among the living, the dead, and everything in between.

Because if they fail, Nettleacre will add another missing woman to its list of secrets.

READERS

‘One of those books that immediately tells you it's not going to follow the usual rules'

'I devoured this’

‘Reminds me of real-life true crime’

'Unlike anything I had read before, in a good way!'

'The tone is where Crimella truly shines. The crimes are serious and at times brutal, but the humour, cheeky dialogue, and playful energy balance it out perfectly. There is romance, spice. One of the highlights is Anna, a woman in her 50s who is confident, desirable, and fierce, proving that strong and sexy characters are not limited by age'

‘The action, lovable cast, and gorgeous English setting really make it stand out'

‘Mystery filled with dark secrets that kept me entertained from start to finish’

'Great mystery. Loved this, It was original. It pulled me in and had me playing detective lol. The twists and turns kept me on the edge of my seat. Really enjoyed reading this'

‘Quirky bold characters and dark moments that kept me entertained from start to finish. Crimes balanced with fun, flirty, chaotic characters made this unique and enjoyable. I cannot wait for book two’

‘What’s brilliant is it mashes up cosy countryside vibes with supernatural shenanigans and great quick-witted chatter'

‘Unusual twists, playful cast, that feels fresh and different from typical mystery. Fun, weird, supernatural, and full of personality, you will enjoy this one’

'Really enjoyed this one! I ended up finishing it in an afternoon. It’s light, funny, the characters were interesting and likeable, and I especially loved the “sky helpers” element—it adds a unique twist. The mystery is handled by amateur sleuths rather than the usual police/CID setup. Definitely a fun start to the series!'

'What makes this book stand out is the cast. Alongside the three female sleuths, you get a witness protection crime boss, a surprisingly charming serial killer playboy, and unseen paranormal entities all sharing the same space. It sounds wild and it is. Yet it somehow works brilliantly'

'Bold, sarcastic, flirty, and chaotic, the banter keeps the story lively even when the subject matter turns dark and disturbing. A strong found family feeling, where loyalty and protection matter deeply.'

'Fresh, fun, and unpredictable. It mixes cosy village vibes with true crime elements, paranormal twists, and laugh out loud moments. If you enjoy intrigue, dark secrets, and unforgettable characters, this book is an entertaining ride from start to finish’

--THE DAVID TRILOGY psycho rom thrillers

We follow young David Howard's journey from angelic altar boy to a disturbed killer. Grabbing our hearts along the way. Making us feel empathy for the boy and an understanding for the man he's become.

From the age of seven for ten years, David's beauty was a curse. To survive, he collected a penance list of names. Vowing that when big enough, strong enough, he would make those who'd taken his innocence pay.

Maturing into a sexual tour-de-force playboy with a large inheritance to squander, he moved to London. Where he manoeuvred shark-like through its colourful underbelly - a world of spoilt celebrity, class snobbery, debauchery, prostitution, and the British press. Using s/ex as a weapon, he kept his promise. The body count grew.

Now down to the last names, three fun-loving career-women and their lovers, one an infamous premiership footballer, have no idea they're on a list.

Grab a glass of wine, close the bedroom door and read alone!

Set in glitterati London, the leafy home counties, and the spectacular Amalfi Coast. A stylish, s/exy, at times laugh-out-loud, contemporary drama.

READERS

‘Writing doesn't get any better than this'

‘Blown away to the point of speechless'

‘I raise a glass; I'd love to meet anyone who writes like this'

‘The adrenaline running through this had my pulse racing'

‘Her characters are sultry and as real as they can get'

‘It makes you shiver; intrigues, arouses, and laugh out loud'

'My God you shocked my shoes off. Excellent work!’

--THE GINORMOUS SERIES children's educational picture books

As a grandma and ex-crime investigator, SCC understands the importance of helping parents/schools gently guide and equip their young for life. This cute family of cats and dogs are a wonderful addition to any child’s home or teacher’s read-aloud library, sharing valuable life messages in a way children listen and understand at their level.

READERS

"I enjoyed them so much and cannot wait to share with my school class as part of PSHCE lessons.”

"A way for parents to educate their children on important topics in a way that children will listen."

“These books should be available in every home and school to come back to again and again.”

"WOW! I absolutely loved these books! Each story has something to teach, a lesson to learn. What a great teaching tool. The pictures are gorgeous! A fantastic series!”