Caimh McDonnell (/kwiːv/, KWEEV) is an Irish writer. Born in Limerick, raised in Dublin, and later based in Manchester, McDonnell is a former stand-up comedian and TV writer.[1][2][3] McDonnell writes comic crime thrillers and humorous paranormal fantasy.[4]
Early life and education
McDonnell was born in Limerick and grew up in Dublin. He attended Dublin City University graduating with a degree in Electronic Engineering, and started his career assembling computer servers.[5]
His Stranger Times series, which melds urban fantasy, paranormal and humour with crime, is written under the pen name of C.K McDonnell.[8][9]
Recognition
His novel I Have Sinned was shortlisted for the Kindle Storyteller Award in 2019.[10]
The Stranger Times series was nominated and shortlisted for The New Kid on the Block Award (Best New Crime Series) Dead Good Reader Award 2022.[11] The series was the winner of Best Audio Work at the British Fantasy Awards 2023.[12]
Media
Both The Dublin Trilogy and The Stranger Times series have been optioned for television.[13][14]
Things that Fell from the Sky (2020 as C.K. McDonnell)
In Other News (2020 as C.K.McDonnell)
Bunny McGarry: Shorts (2024)
Short Story podcasts
The Bunnycast (2018–Present)
The Stranger Times (2020–Present; 3 seasons)
Personal life
McDonnell lives in Manchester and is married to Elaine, who runs a publishing company. He has worked for London Irish rugby club, making stadium announcements.[5]
