Andrew Taylor

Andrew Taylor is a highly acclaimed author of British crime and historical fiction. Born on October 14, 1951, in East Anglia, Taylor spent his childhood in the region before attending The King's School, Ely, and Woodbridge School. His passion for writing led him to pursue an MA in library sciences from University College London after completing his education at Cambridge.

Taylor's writing career took off in the 1980s, and he has since published over 45 books, many of which have become bestsellers. His first novel, Caroline Minuscule (1982), introduced the world to history student William Dougal and won Taylor widespread critical acclaim. He went on to write several other thriller series, including the eight Lydmouth books, which began with An Air That Kills (1994). Taylor's novels have received numerous accolades, including the Crime Writers’ Association of Britain’s Ellis Peters Historical Dagger award, which he has won twice.

Taylor is perhaps best known for his James Marwood & Cat Lovett series of books, which have captivated readers with their thrilling narratives and historical settings. In addition to this series, Taylor has written standalone novels such as The Office of the Dead (2000) and The American Boy (2003), both of which have received widespread acclaim.

Taylor's contributions to the genre have earned him numerous accolades, including the Cartier Diamond Dagger Award for lifelong excellence in the genre. His novel, The Anatomy of Ghosts, was also shortlisted for the Theakston's Old Peculier Crime Novel of the Year. Despite his many achievements, Taylor remains a humble and dedicated writer, committed to crafting engaging and thought-provoking novels that captivate readers around the world.