Michael Dobbs is an English author of political thriller novels, who is perhaps best known for his House of Cards series. This series was adapted into the popular Netflix show of the same name. Dobbs was born in England and spent several years of his early adulthood in the United States, where he earned multiple degrees in nuclear defense studies.
After returning to England, Dobbs became involved in politics and worked as an advisor to Margaret Thatcher when she was the Leader of the Opposition. He later served as a speechwriter and gained a reputation as a skilled political operator. Dobbs was even called "Westminster’s baby-faced hitman" by The Guardian. He also spent time in the John Major government as Deputy Chairman of the Conservative Party. After leaving politics, Dobbs began his career as an author and has since written numerous best-selling political thrillers.
In addition to his work as an author, Dobbs has also worked in advertising and journalism. He has been a columnist for several publications and has hosted a current affairs program on BBC television. Dobbs is also a sought-after speaker and has lectured at numerous literary and fundraising events. He is married and has four children.
It is worth noting that Michael Dobbs is sometimes confused with a distant American relative who also goes by the same name and is an author of historical books. However, the English Michael Dobbs is the author of the House of Cards series.