HarperCollins Publishers

I write because I love to read. More

Stuart MacBride

Deighton’s classic first novel broke the mold of the thriller genre. More

I write because it’s something I love doing. More

I owe my mother everything. More

Christie’s first book to be published by William Collins; known for its startling reveal. More

First book in O’Brian’s Aubrey/Maturin series, widely regarded as the greatest series of historical novels ever written. More

When this novel was first published, many critics mistakenly accepted it as a genuine historical memoir. More

A bestselling phenomenon and classic memoir of prison breaks and adventure. More

First book in the Arkady Renko series, which became an instant bestseller and changed the crime fiction genre. More

Why I write: Some years ago, although enjoying great success, I was accused by certain literary critics of repeating myself too much in my work. More

Clancy’s debut novel launched a spectacular career and introduced the world to a new hero, Jack Ryan. More

The first Sharpe novel published in Cornwell’s classic series. More

Classic World War II thriller from MacLean, acclaimed master of action and suspense. More