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Chris Johnson

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Chris Johnson writes high-stakes thrillers with a sci-fi and supernatural edge—think ancient secrets, time travel, and rogue agencies chasing ghosts.

When he’s not writing, Chris performs as a mentalist at private and corporate events, bending minds with psychology and sleight of hand. He lives in Brisbane, Australia, with his family, and still reads The Phantom when no one’s looking.

“Life’s an adventure. So are my books.”

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Chris Johnson One word at a time. (I had writer's block answering this question)

Seriously, just write. Sometimes writing a story can actually bring out twists and t…more
One word at a time. (I had writer's block answering this question)

Seriously, just write. Sometimes writing a story can actually bring out twists and turns that you don't expect. The characters may dictate how something happens or something else in that universe happens out of their control as well. That is when the story takes a whole different track (similar to how "One Man's Wife" changed on me while I wrote it).

"No More Goodbyes" was another one that took a different twist. I was thinking of making it a phantom hitch-hiker story but it became something else altogether.

Just do it (writing). If you type one sentence about how you feel, you have come close to breaking it than someone who looks at a blank page or screen and wallows in it.(less)
Chris Johnson I use my iPhone to record my snoring. Last night, it recorded heavy footsteps, and I live alone.
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How to Thank Your Favourite Authors (Without Spending a Cent)

The other day, someone told me they’d read my supernatural thriller. But here’s the twist—they hadn’t bought it. A workmate had lent them their copy of While He Was Sleeping.

Now, some authors might whinge at the idea of a shared book rather than a sale, but honestly? It made my day. Not just because they read it, but because they loved it enough to track me down and say so. Even better, they wante Read more of this blog post »
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I'm selfish, impatient and a little insecure. I make mistakes, I am out of control
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Any book review requests will be highly appreciated. Kindle book requests available on request."


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