Chris Norbury
ALLi Author Member
Location: United States of America
Genres: Thriller, Mystery
Chris Norbury is a novelist and freelance writer. He independently published his first novel, "Castle Danger," in April 2016. In June of 2017, "Castle Danger" was awarded a B.R.A.G. Medallion from indieBRAG.com. In October of 2017, "Castle Danger" received an Honorable Mention-Genre Fiction- Writer's Digest Self-Published Book Awards. In September of 2018, "Castle Danger" was one of three finalists in Adult Fiction for the MN Writes, MN Reads self-published author contest. "Straight River," the prequel to "Castle Danger," was published in February 2019. It was a Mystery-Thriller Semifinalist for the 2019 Kindle Book Review Awards. Chris's essays on wilderness canoeing have been published in the "Boundary Waters Journal," the leading canoe country magazine in North America. He has also written for numerous websites on a variety of topics. Chris is a long-time volunteer Big Brother (since 2000) and donates a portion of all sales of his novels to Big Brothers Big Sisters of Southern Minnesota. Even if you do not buy his books, please consider volunteering for one of the best mentoring programs in the country. Contact Big Brothers Big Sisters at http://www.bbbs.org to find a local chapter near you. During golf season in Minnesota, Chris works on perfecting his golf game, an impossible dream but also an excellent excuse to get out of the office. He lives in southern Minnesota with his wife and golf clubs.
Chris Norbury's books
Genres: Adventure, Children's fiction, Young Adult (YA)
Formats: E-Book, Paperback
Age Groups: 8-11, 12-15
LITTLE MOUNTAIN, BIG TROUBLE is an inspirational story about a young boy with a big dream and the courage to chase that dream no matter the obstacles. Twelve-year-old EJ is a short, unpopular, shy, self-described loser. He lives with his mother and younger brother on the wrong side of town and spends every other weekend with his hard-to-please, deadbeat father. Because surviving school and his home life are challenging enough, EJ’s the last kid you’d expect to dream of someday climbing Mount Everest … … until he’s matched with a volunteer Big Brother. Russ is the opposite of EJ in almost every way. Despite their differences, they bond over helping EJ achieve his mountain-climbing dream. Their first goal is to hike to Minnesota’s highest point, Eagle Mountain. But when a ferocious thunderstorm strikes in the middle of their trek, EJ and Russ are plunged into a life-or-death crisis. Fighting his...
Genres: Crime, Thriller, Suspense
Formats: E-Book, Paperback
Age Groups: 18+
DANGEROUS STRAITS, the third Matt Lanier thriller, is a suspenseful page-turner that will keep you reading all night long. Once a world-class musician, Matt Lanier now survives by playing guitar for spare change in the streets and skyways of Minneapolis. He's also homeless, broke, and a fugitive accused of murdering a cop. His downward spiral started after he uncovered a multi-billion-dollar conspiracy orchestrated by Leland Smythe, a corrupt, ruthless real-estate magnate. To clear his name and reclaim his normal lifestyle, Matt must convince the authorities that the conspiracy is real. Because Matt threatens Smythe's success, Smythe wants him dead. David had better odds against Goliath. Physically and emotionally scarred after surviving multiple murder attempts, Matt decides to end his year-long losing battle against Smythe and start fresh with a fake identity. He'll do anything to obtain it, even commit a crime. But when an unlikely ally arrives at a pivotal...
Genres: Crime, Thriller, Suspense
Formats: E-Book, Paperback
Age Groups: 18+
Award-winning author Chris Norbury's novel, STRAIGHT RIVER, is a fast-paced, tension-building story that pits one man against a powerful, violent conspiracy led by a ruthless real estate tycoon. Two mysterious deaths compel Matt Lanier, a professional musician by trade, into a search for the killer. With no superhero skills other than his brilliant musical mind and razor-sharp hearing, Lanier uncovers a land-grab conspiracy that could mean financial ruin or death for thousands of farmers . . . and for himself. Despite overwhelming odds, Lanier's integrity and loyalty compel him to battle the conspirators even after his life is ruined and some of his allies pay the ultimate price. If you're a fan of unique characters who defy all odds and stand up against powerful, ruthless foes, then you'll love this story of a musician/hero who marches to the beat of a different drummer. Buy STRAIGHT RIVER—the first book in the...
Genres: Crime, Thriller, Suspense
Formats: E-Book, Paperback
Age Groups: 18+
Red-hot suspense erupts in an ice-cold location when chance brings two desperate fugitives together in this award-winning thriller. Matt Lanier is running from both the law and the man who framed him for a murder he didn't commit. Allyson Clifford is running from her criminal, sadistic husband, Donnie Vossler, who wants to steal their son and teach him to live "just like Dad." When Allyson saves Matt from freezing to death on the doorstep of her restaurant in remote Castle Danger, MN, their lives are changed forever. Romantic sparks between Matt and Allyson prevent him from betraying her after Vossler shows up and sets his evil plan in motion. As a hitman closes in on Matt, he must decide between self-preservation or saving Allyson and her son. Cut off from all help because of a blizzard, and racing the clock, can Matt save anyone, including himself? Buy Castle Danger—Book #2...