Steve Robinson is an English novelist, known for his historical mystery/thriller novels. He is best known for his Jefferson Tayte series. Robinson's interest in genealogy and his own family history inspired him to write this series. His grandfather was an American soldier who was stationed in England during World War II. After the war, he returned home, leaving his young family behind in England. This personal connection to the past sparked Robinson's curiosity and passion for uncovering the stories of our ancestors.
Robinson was born in Kent, in the UK. He began his writing career at the young age of 16, with his first magazine article published. After working for a telecommunications organization, Robinson decided to pursue writing full-time in 2005. This decision was prompted by a downsizing at his company, which provided him with the opportunity to focus on his true passion. Prior to his success with the Jefferson Tayte series, Robinson had been writing for many years, with his teenage writing endeavors culminating in being published in a notable magazine.
Robinson currently lives outside London, England. He is a London-based crime writer, who has expanded his writing to historical crime, another area he is passionate about. His first non-Jefferson Tayte book, The Penmaker’s Wife, was released in December 2019. The book was chosen as an ‘Editor’s Choice’ book, and was nominated for the 2020 Crime Writer’s Association Historical Dagger award, and the 2020 Costa Coffee book award in the ‘Best Novel’ category. Readers can connect with Robinson through his website or his Facebook page to keep up to date with his latest news.