Testimonials

KEYNOTE SPEAKER

An utterly fascinating presentation. A unique and cutting-edge insight into Matthew’s applied creativity within exacting MI6 operations and his current commercial career. --- Pete Easterbrook, Head of Criminal Investigations, Home Office (U.K.)

 

Matthew is a very engaging speaker who delivers fantastic insight and inspiration. I highly recommend him to anyone looking to explore their creative potential. --- Sophie Buck-Welch, Founder & Marketing Director, By Nine Limited

 

A compelling presentation to a packed conference hall of seasoned law enforcement and intelligence officer professionals. Matthew’s speech kept our interest at the highest level throughout. Thoroughly enjoyable. --- Ronnie Megaughin, Head of Compliance and Inspections, Security Industry Authority

 

Highly recommended. The in-person speech series was profound and what particularly struck me was Matthew’s ability to demonstrate how creativity can be optimised to obtain the very best outcomes. --- Ian Dolding, Business Owner & Aspiring Author

 

Compelling. A thoroughly thought-provoking presentation. --- Mark Pack, Detective Sergeant, British Transport Police

 

Matthew Dunn’s inventive and original presentation skills, and his authoritative presence, held me fully engaged and absorbed throughout a thought provoking and highly entertaining learning experience. --- Joe Murtagh, former Corporate Board Member, Writer & Author

 

Matthew delivered inspirational content for 2 hours across 6 weekly sessions in his ‘How To Write A Novel – Masterclasses’. Matthew is an extremely engaging public speaker, with such a vast wealth of knowledge that he’s passionate about sharing with others. Matthew presents in a simple, clear, but truly impactful manner, making his clever speeches accessible and motivational to everyone. --- Donna Gist, Brand Insights Project Manager, Aspiring Author

 

Matthew provided a rich and utterly fascinating public talk on the application of creativity in vocational settings. Ground-breaking insight. Oozes credibility, confidence and creative thinking. --- Glen Iceton, Detective Inspector (retired) & Published Author

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NOVELS

“Terse conversations infused with subtle power plays, brutal encounters among allies with competing agendas, and forays into hostile territory orchestrated for clockwork efficiency….” --- Washington Post

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“Dunn’s exuberant, bullet-drenched prose, with its descriptions of intelligence tradecraft and modern anti-terrorism campaigns, bristles with authenticity…. Save for the works of Alan Furst, good thrillers have been thin on the ground of late. Mr. Dunn has redressed this balance with an altogether gripping book.” --- The Economist

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“[Dunn] makes a strong argument that it takes a real spy to write a truly authentic espionage novel…. [The story] practically bursts at the seams with boots-on-the-ground insight and realism. But there’s another key ingredient that likely will make the ruthless yet noble protagonist, Will Cochrane, a popular series character for many years to come. Dunn is a gifted storyteller.”  --- Fort Worth Star-Telegram

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“Matthew Dunn is [a] very talented author. I know of no other spy thriller that so successfully blends the fascinating nuances of the business of espionage and intelligence work with full-throttle suspense storytelling. --- Jeffery Deaver, author of The Bone Collector

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“Just when you think you’ve got this maze of double-dealing figured out – surprise, it isn’t what you think. All the elements of a classic espionage story are here. The novel moves with relentless momentum, scattering bodies in its wake.” --- Kirkus Reviews

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“[Dunn has] a superlative talent for three-dimensional characterisation, gripping dialogue, and plots that featured gasp-inducing twists and betrayals.” --- The Examiner

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“A real spy proves he is a real writer. This is a stunning debut.” --- Ted Bell, author of Patriot

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“Not since Fleming charged Bond with the safety of the world has the international secret agent mystique been so anchored with an insider’s reality.” --- Noah Boyd, author of The Bricklayer

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“Once in a while an espionage novelist comes along who has the smack of utter authenticity. Few are as daring as Matthew Dunn, fewer still as up to date…. Is there anyone writing today who knows more about the day-to-day operations of intelligence agencies in the field than Matthew Dunn?” --- John Lawton, author of Then We Take Berlin

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MASTERCLASS MENTORING

“A fantastic course. Matthew is extremely knowledgeable and experienced in the book business. After the course, I felt confident enough to start a book of my own, thanks to Matthew’s direction.” --- Robert Messenger, Police Detective Inspector, retired. Debut published novel 'Ninety-Six'

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“The Masterclass provided me with an excellent inside track on story construction and presentation, together with the benefit of working one-to-one on the course with a highly successful author. An invaluable experience.” --- Joe Murtagh, Senior Corporate Executive, retired. Debut published novel 'Her Looking Glass'

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“I have found this course to be extremely enjoyable and informative. The course encouraged discussion and exploration of the topics with imaginative and engaging activities to structure thought, discussion, and writing. Highly recommended.” --- Allison Watmore, Senior Manager National Health Service (UK), retired