About me

I’ve been writing creatively for many years, but only recently began releasing my stories into the world. I like to think they offer fast-paced horror and intrigue, grounded in rich detail and unsettling twists. Liverpool—my birthplace and constant inspiration—lends a vivid sense of place, its layered history opening countless doors for the strange and the supernatural.

I currently have three books published, including The Shadow Hound, the second instalment in the Byrne & Khan Mystery series. My latest, Echoes, is a standalone tale of time-twisted romance and horror, set between the Liverpool of today and decades past

DI Byrne & DC Khan's next case is available now.

The Shadow Hound.

A series of bizarre deaths plague Liverpool, drawing DI Frank Byrne and DC Aisha Khan into a terrifying investigation that unearths a centuries-old supernatural secret.

I’m thrilled to share that I’m hard at work on the third Byrne & Khan Mystery, The Shadow Directorate, which is slated for release on the 11th July 2025

Unleash the intrigue

Don't miss out on the chance to delve into fast-paced horror and intrigue from Liverpool's own David Dineley. Keep an eye on this space for the latest updates and be sure to check out "The Shadow Hound"!