Mathew J. Shaw

Mathew’s journey as a writer began with curiosity and defiance—sneaking onto his family’s first computer, a Windows 95 running WordPerfect, despite his mother’s warnings not to touch it.

What he discovered there was transformative: the power to breathe life into characters and shape worlds with words. That spark became a lifelong passion.

Born in Mississauga, Ontario and later moving to and growing up in North Bay, Mathew began writing his first book, A New Life, at a young age.

Though many of his early works remain unpublished, the act of writing became a constant companion—a creative force he’s never stopped nurturing. With no formal education beyond high school, he’s taught himself through reading, reflection, and relentless creativity.

By day, he commands a crew of twenty heavy equipment mechanics with precision and grit. By night, he transforms—pen in hand, mind ablaze—into the architect of twisted worlds and genre-defying tales. His dream? To let the stories take over, sustaining his every day so he can write full time, twisting narratives into something unforgettable.

An avid reader across genres, Mathew draws inspiration from the likes of Stephen King—especially The Dark Tower series—S.E. Hinton, Tamara Siler Jones, and countless others. His bookshelf spans, many genres of books, graphic novels, philosophy, holy books of all faiths and educational texts, each one feeding the ideas that shape his writing.

Whether crafting bold fictional worlds or exploring the deeper questions of life, Mathew writes with the beats of his heart, the lyrics of his soul, a curiosity, and the belief that stories have the power to transcend.

In 2025, Mathew launched Twisted Storylines Publishing as his personal imprint, sharing his stories with readers worldwide. After experiencing Nevaeh – The Story of The Lost, you’ll truly grasp the essence of Twisted Storylines Publishing’s mission.

Step into a world you’ve never imagined with our breakout release. An original, creative tale that bends reality and twists expectations. This mysterious story will leave you questioning everything and craving more.

If you love mystery, suspense, depth, and narrative surprises, you won’t want to miss them.

Twisted Storylines Publishing's Mission Statement

Unravel the untold.

Experience the unexpected.

At Twisted Storylines Publishing, we are devoted to delivering original, imaginative experiences that defy convention.

Our mission is to unearth untold stories with twisted plotlines, genre-bending narratives, and characters that collide in unexpected ways.

We embrace the chaos of creativity—where fantasy meets realism, and the familiar is turned on its head—to craft epic, human stories that resonate deeply with readers.

Through every book we publish, we challenge norms, ignite curiosity, and celebrate the art of storytelling that dares to be different