For #WorldBookNight I’m reading Mr Bowling Buys a Newspaper. The #ReadingHour will take place tonight from 19:00. So, why not make time for a good book?

For #WorldArtDay, I wanted to celebrate some of my recent book covers from around the world. I think they all look great. What about you? Do you have a favourite?

I’ve finished the re-write of my next book, The Deep and Secret Things. The next step is to send it to my editors and researchers for their comments.

I’m honoured to have been made a Freeman of the City of London.

I use Word when I'm writing, but it has never been as good as the old WordPerfect. I write longhand when I’m planning the story, but once the outline is finished I type. Here’s a page from my notebook for Circle of Days

For #NationalPuppyDay here’s a throwback photo to when our Labradors were still small enough to be lap dogs.

I never play music while I’m writing. That’s not because it distracts me. On the contrary, I’m so deep into the imaginary world that I just don’t hear the music. How about you? Do you listen to music while you work?

Happy Mother’s Day. This is my mother helping me learn to walk.

Dropped by the London Book Fair this week for the National Year of Reading 2026 reception. Great to see so many UK and international publishers and booksellers all in one place.

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On #WorldBookDay I’m immersed in the fascinating “Alexander: God, King, Man,” a thrilling biography by a great historian, Edmund Richardson.

When I'm writing, I make a spreadsheet in Excel to keep track of my characters. I copy and paste their appearance and their age at each point in the narrative. This way, I’m less likely to give someone blue eyes in Chapter 5 and brown in Chapter 15.

When I'm writing, I like to start work early. I’m usually at my desk ready to work by 05.30 and write until early afternoon, with stops for breakfast and lunch. I work best in the mornings.

Barbara and I are dog people and have always had Labradors. How about you? Dogs? Cats? Rabbits? Snakes? Fish?

#LoveYourPetDay

Happy Lunar New Year. 2026 is the Year of the Fire Horse.

The original “Yes, Minister” comedy was so true to life that my political friends saw it as more of a documentary. I’m looking forward to this spin-off at The Apollo Theatre this evening

If you’re in London this Saturday come and join me at Dingwalls for a night of punk, rock and blues—all in support of Great Ormond Street Hospital Charity. Final tickets: eventbrite.co.uk/e/vintage-centrist-dad-at-dingwalls-tickets-1974816922576

Your questions answered: Why is my latest book called #CircleOfDays?

Remembering the late Martin Luther King, Jr. as the United States marks his birthday. #MLKDay #IHaveADream

“Stencirkeln”, the Swedish translation of my novel #CircleOfDays is out now. Click the link below to find out more & order your copy: geni.us/kfcod

“Giving Women Prominent Roles In My Books, I Think, Reflects Real Life.” Follett On His Latest Epic YouTube video by Times Of India

For a deeper look at the themes behind my latest novel, #CircleOfDays, I spoke with Jaya Bhattacharji Rose for the Times Of India. To catch up, search #TOIBookmark wherever you get your podcasts.

West End Trailer for OTHELLO Starring David Harewood, Toby Jones & Caitlin FitzGerald YouTube video by Othello

Looking forward to an evening out with friends to see #Othello at Theatre Royal Haymarket in London.

Circle of Days: Mining for Flint Final YouTube video by Ken Follett

Flint was one of the most valuable materials of the Stone Age. As part of my research for #CircleOfDays, I visited Grime’s Graves to learn more about life as a flint miner.

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Vintage + Centrist Dad at Dingwalls In aid of Great Ormond Street Hospital Charity

100% of the money goes to Great Ormond Street to help build their Cancer in Children Centre: Click below to book:

Happy New Year to all my readers.

My year in review. See you in 2026.

[SUB ITA] BUON NATALE! KEN FOLLETT E I GRANDI MISTERI DI STONEHENGE YouTube video by SUPERNOVA - Ale Cattelan

I recently sat down with Alessandro Cattelan on the #Supernova Vodcast to talk about writing, research, and my latest book #CircleOfDays. To catch up go to: youtu.be/Y8J-ZENPxi0?...

Thank you to the translators who bring my books to life in so many languages. Your work allows my stories to reach millions of readers around the world, and I’m grateful for everything you do.