Mark Edwards writes psychological thrillers about scary things happening to ordinary people. He has sold more than five million copies of his books and topped the bestseller lists numerous times since his first solo novel was published in 2013.
His novels include The Magpies, Follow You Home, The Retreat, Here To Stay and The Psychopath Next Door. He has also published six books co-authored with Louise Voss.
Many of his books have been translated into foreign languages including French, German, Italian, Spanish, Estonian, Thai, Lithuanian, Czech, Hungarian, Turkish and Russian. In 2019 Mark won The Cat and Mouse Award for Most Elusive Villain at the Dead Good Reader Awards for Last of the Magpies.
His debut hardcover, The Wasp Trap, will be published in 2025 by Penguin Michael Joseph in the UK, as well as in the USA and Canada, with more countries to follow.
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Mark loves hearing from his readers and encourages them to contact him. He regularly interacts with readers on his Facebook page, where he hosts book release launch parties and lots of giveaways. You can also follow Mark on Twitter or take a peek at his pics on Instagram. Mark lives in the West Midlands, England, with his wife, their three children, two cats and a golden retriever.
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Want to spend time with the dark angel this Christmas? My most evil creation, Lucy Newton, features in two of my 2025 novels, The Psychopath Next Door and The Christmas Magpie, both of which are £1 on Kindle right now. Crazy woman, crazy prices.
Also, hands up if you think I should get some more Lucy tote bags made? ... See MoreSee Less
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The New York Times chose The Wasp Trap as one of their hidden gems of 2025. Swipe to read the very lovely review. If you haven’t read it yet or you’re looking for a gift for the thriller lover in your life the hardback is half price on Amazon right now, and in the UK the Kindle version is only £3.99. ... See MoreSee Less
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Want a signed copy of The Wasp Trap? I have a very limited number of Canadian paperbacks for sale. These will be signed, doodled and dedicated. £15 each plus postage. If you want one, email me at mark@markedwardsauthor.com and I’ll send you payment details. UK only. First come first served. ... See MoreSee Less
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A reminder that The Christmas Magpie is only 99p on Kindle right now. And if you’ve read it I would really appreciate a review or rating. 5 twinkling festive stars would be the perfect present 😁 ... See MoreSee Less
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Watch the dramatic One of the Family cover reveal video! ... See MoreSee Less
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I am very excited to reveal the cover of my next novel, One of the Family, which will be published in June 2026.
A week away with your new partner's family - what's the worst that could happen?
But now...
One of the family is dead
One of the family is missing
And one of the family might just be the killer...
It will be a hardback, ebook and audiobook and is available to pre-order now (link in comments). In the meantime, let me know what you think of the cover! ... See MoreSee Less
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The UK cover reveal of my 2026 novel is coming tomorrow. Keep an eye on my Facebook page or your inbox if you subscribe to my newsletter. It’s a good one! ... See MoreSee Less
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Watch for the moment I almost fall over…. Then head to the Kindle store to grab The Christmas Magpie for 99p and The Psychopath Next Door for £1. Mark, with these bargains you are spoiling us. ... See MoreSee Less
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I’ll be at Worcester Waterstones today from 5pm till 7pm signing books along with Jo Callaghan, Anthony Johnston and others. No ticket required. If you live nearby, come along and meet me! ... See MoreSee Less
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