Introducing RobsonBooks – Where London Comes Alive in Thrillers, History, and More

Introducing RobsonBooks – Where London Comes Alive in Thrillers, History, and More

Dear Reader,

Welcome to RobsonBooks: an independent home for stories that dig deep into the grit, wit, and wonder of London and beyond.

So, what is RobsonBooks?

It's a new publishing venture dedicated to bringing you the best in our crime thrillers, as well as history, and sharp-eyed commentary - direct from our keyboards to your bookshelf. Here’s what you can expect over the coming months and years.

  • Huge discounts and bundles on The London Large Series: Our flagship hard-boiled thrillers featuring Detective Inspector Harry ‘H’ Hawkins - a man as relentlessly chaotic as the city he serves. If you like your crime fiction gritty, fast-paced, and unflinching, you’ll feel right at home. Over 200,000 readers have already joined H on his rollercoaster ride through the criminal underbelly of London
  • Hiue discounts and bundles on The Kenzie Marsh Chronicles: For those who crave fresh voices and new mysteries, this series will keep you guessing and turning the pages late into the night.

    Non-Fiction coming Soon 
  • Walking the Thames Pathway: A book for explorers, wanderers, and anyone who believes the best way to know a city and a country is on foot. (You can follow the journey on our blog page.
  • A History of London Through Pub Walks: Because every pint tells a story-and London’s stories are best shared over a drink.
  • Social History & Commentary: Garry is bringing his academic expertise to the table, making big ideas accessible. Look out for No One Likes Us, We Don’t Care: The Myth and Reality of Millwall Fandom-a deep dive into the culture of Millwall supporters, and Virtually Lost, a timely look at teenagers in the digital age.

Why RobsonBooks?

We’re Londoners, born and bred, with a love for the city’s stories -  its shadows and it's light. Our mission is simple: to create a space where readers can discover books that are as bold, diverse, and surprising as London itself. Whether you’re after a nail-biting thriller, a thoughtful stroll through history, or a fresh take on a multitude of social and technological subjects, you’ll find it here.

What Sets Us Apart?

  • Direct access to our full catalogue, including exclusive editions and the coming early releases.
  • Thrillers, history, social commentary, and more - all under one roof.
  • A commitment to quality storytelling, sharp observation, and a distinctly London perspective and sense of humour.

Join Us

We can’t wait to welcome you to RobsonBooks. Keep an eye on your inbox for exclusive offers. In the meantime,  just go to our homepage to take a look at all the deals on offer.

Thank you for being part of our journey so far. With your support, we’re about to take it to the next level.

Best wishes,

Roy & Garry Robson
RobsonBooks – Where London Lives, and Stories Roam Free

P.S. If you’re already a fan of Harry Hawkins, prepare for more late nights. If you’re new to our world - welcome. There’s a story here with your name on it.

London Large: “A zipline read. Once on, you can’t get off until you have slid to the end.” – Amazon Reader   

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