Order of Colin Forbes Books

Colin Forbes was the primary pen name of British novelist Raymond Sawkins (1923-2006), who also wrote under the names Richard Raine, Jay Bernard, and Harold English during his career. He specialized in thriller novels, particularly spy thrillers, and was most recognized for his Tweed & Co. series. Forbes began his career as a sub-editor at a publishing company before serving in the British Army in North Africa and the Middle East during World War II. After returning to civilian life, he worked for a publishing and print company before fully committing to writing novels. He passed away in 2006 from a heart attack. Forbes made his authorial debut in 1966 with the novel Snow on High Ground, published under his real name, Raymond Sawkins. His first work published under his preferred pen name, Colin Forbes, was Tramp in Armour in 1969, which he later referred to as his debut novel, distancing himself from his earlier writing. Below is a list of Colin Forbes’ books in the order of their initial publication.