Why Richard Osman Is Everyone’s Favourite Detective Writer (Who’s Not Actually a Detective)
What do you get when you mix laugh-out-loud humour, deeply human characters, and fiendishly clever mysteries? You get Richard Osman—bestselling author, TV presenter, and the man who turned cozy crime into a global phenomenon.
He first captured the world with The Thursday Murder Club—a retirement village crime-solving squad so lovable they’ve sold millions of copies and landed their own Netflix movie. Now, Osman’s back with a brand-new series, We Solve Murders—a globe-trotting adventure with a sharp new detective team and plenty of danger.
Whether you’re new to Osman or looking to dive deeper into his worlds, here’s your essential reading guide.
The Thursday Murder Club Series
It all began in Cooper’s Chase, a quiet English retirement village with four very un-quiet residents. Every Thursday, Elizabeth, Joyce, Ibrahim, and Ron meet to pore over cold cases—until a real murder lands on their doorstep.
Over four books, the Thursday Murder Club take on spies, stolen diamonds, TV scandals, and some of the most emotional cases of their lives. Osman balances humor, warmth, and sharp detective work in a way that makes the series utterly addictive.
The books in order:
- The Thursday Murder Club
- The Man Who Died Twice
- The Bullet That Missed
- The Last Devil to Die
We Solve Murders
After conquering retirement villages, Osman turns up the dial with a brand-new detective duo.
Meet Steve Wheeler: a retired investigator who would rather stick to pub quizzes and his cat, Trouble.
Meet Amy Wheeler: his daughter-in-law, whose day job protecting billionaires comes with a serious adrenaline rush.
When Amy’s latest assignment—guarding a world-famous author—spirals into a murder, a bag of money, and a deadly chase, Steve is reluctantly pulled back into the game. What follows is a race around the world, where family ties prove just as important as detective skills.
Osman calls it crime fiction with a wink: thrilling, funny, and heartfelt.
Upcoming Events
Big things are on the horizon! We have tied up with book clubs to bring to you a 7-city events tour.
Collaborations & Goodies
We have teamed up with Frankly Wearing, a brand that blends fashion with literary wit. At our upcoming sessions, readers can take part in fun games and activities—winners will walk away with exclusive Osman-themed merchandise. Explore the collection here.
So, Where Will You Begin?
Will it be the cozy charm and razor-sharp wit of The Thursday Murder Club, where retirees solve crimes between cups of tea? Or the adrenaline-fueled, globe-trotting adventure of We Solve Murders, where family ties are tested against ruthless killers?
Whichever series you choose, Richard Osman promises clever mysteries, unforgettable characters, and plenty of laughter along the way.
