Richard Osman

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Birth year: 1970

Country: United Kingdom

Richard Osman, a multi-talented individual, wears many hats as an author, producer, and television presenter. His literary debut, The Thursday Murder Club, has garnered much acclaim. His work in the television industry is equally impressive, with popular shows like Pointless and Richard Osman's House of Games to his credit. Serving as the creative director of Endemol UK has allowed Richard to showcase his talents as an executive producer on hit shows such as Deal Or No Deal and 8 Out of 10 Cats. His wit and charm have also made him a sought-after guest on panel and game shows like Have I Got News For You, Would I Lie To You, and Taskmaster.

Genres: Cozy Mystery

Awards

Nibbies

2021

CrimeFest

2023

Libbys

2025

CWA

2025

Praise for Richard Osman

Ian Rankin

Deplorably good''

Val McDermid

Warm, wise and witty

Shari Lapena

Osman just gets better

Marian Keyes

I smiled a million times

Harlan Coben

Funny, clever, compelling

Jeffery Deaver

Brilliantly suspenseful

Express

express.co.uk - UK and World News, Sport and Comment

This is a sitcom-meets-Bond, and a fine murder mystery

Prima

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Thursday Murder Club fans, you are in for a treat

Red magazine

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The twistiest, turniest tale told with all of Richard Osman's trademark wit and warmth

The Observer

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The thing that shines through in Osman's writing is that he really likes people and revels in all their foibles and eccentricities... a delightful read