Magical realism

Tim Twombly

Two novels. One detective who never learned to leave well enough alone.

The Dewey “Doc” Ruggles novels

One boy who wanted to be a detective. One man who still can’t leave well enough alone.

The same voice. The same impossible luck. Two books where the harrowing keeps turning hilarious, and love — against every reasonable objection — keeps showing up anyway.

Tim Twombly

Best-selling author

Tim Twombly

A pen dipped in magical realism and historical intrigue.

Twombly crafts a world where the past collides with the fantastical, where reality is choreographed by forces of both destiny and desire. In his universe, the mundane deftly intertwines with the miraculous. What would seem harrowing suddenly morphs into the hilarious.

Readers find themselves on a rollercoaster ride, absent the seatbelts. A moment later, they’re wondering, “Is it really true that love conquers all?”

A conjurer of compelling characters and twisty plots, Twombly spins yarns that captivate and spark the imagination. Grip the book with both hands. You’re in for a wild ride.

The word is out

Praise for the novels

“There’s undeniable charm in Twombly’s work, as he mixes nostalgia for a slowly ending age of innocence with an engaging mystery that has hints of the supernatural.”

— Kirkus Reviews

“Extremely well crafted and thoroughly engaging; the mystery is compelling, complex, and develops with precision.”

— Amazon Editor Review, on A Bonafide Detective

“Mad-cap fun at its finest… one of the most original tales I’ve encountered in years.”

— Gaius Konstantine, Readers’ Favorite, on Road to Eden

“Tim Twombly’s debut novel sizzles with wit and charm… An instant classic.”

— Louella Nelson, best-selling author

“A genuinely funny book… a full-on, action-packed adventure with a frenetic pace.”

— Grant Leishman, Readers’ Favorite, on Road to Eden

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