So Who the Heck Am I?
Hi, I’m Magnus Watt.
I’m a storyteller originally from the Scottish Highlands. After leaving the Highlands I spent twenty years in Edinburgh before I settled in Middlesbrough with my wife and our two young daughters. During the day, I work in an office. At night, I perform stand-up comedy under the name Kenny, which is actually my first name. Magnus is my middle name. I chose to write under it for a few reasons, though none are especially exciting. Maybe I’ll share the story one day.
I studied film and media at university, so I often write like I’m watching a movie – short scenes, constant movement, and a strong sense of visual rhythm. I’ve always felt creative, but after a couple of decades cooped up in offices, I started doing stand-up comedy to let some of that energy out. That cracked something open, and suddenly I found myself diving into even more creative projects.
I’m fascinated by the places where the strange meets the everyday, where ancient mysteries quietly echo through modern life, and where humour and grief often sit side by side. I’m drawn to stubborn settings, flawed characters, and dialogue that feels raw, messy, and real.
My debut novel, Soon Enough, was written in the scattered moments between work, bedtime stories, and the unpredictable rhythm of family life. I’m now expanding that world with more books, exploring the tapestry I’ve started and following the story wherever it wants to go.
