Future Projects
At the end of John Roberts's novels, you will often find adverts for projects coming soon. On this page, we look at the new novels and short stories that have been planned for 2026 and beyond.
An Aspiring Author's Articulation Of An Author's Journey To Publication
John Roberts shares the first book of his Substack blogs.
With so much information flooding the internet these days, it's often difficult for aspiring writers to know where to start and what advice they should take.
Falling victim to this madness, I began writing a blog on Substack where I shared my own experiences of becoming an author and gave my own take on issues that I encountered along the way.
None of the blogs featured here are meant to be 100% accurate. This is just my own interpretation of subjects that cropped up in my author journey across 2023 and 2024.
A Deal With The Devil - An Alison Pearce Adventure
Discover Alison Pearce's story in three standalone novels that follow Alison's story from Police Academy to Special Branch.
Alison Pearce, a recent graduate from the Police Academy, grapples with tragedy when her father is killed in a devastating earthquake in central London.
Amidst ridicule from her colleagues, Alison takes on an undercover mission to unveil a Special Branch double agent collaborating with the North Korean government.
As she navigates a world where every choice carries a perilou outcome, Alison confronts the daunting question: how far must she push herself to carve out her place in a male-dominated realm?
Langford
John Roberts brings a new kind of adventure to the Blake Langford series.
Langford is a collection of short stories featuring his main protagonist, Blake Langford, as he balances a deadly career in Special Branch alongside the responsibilities of family life.
Featured in this collection are:
Shield
The Last Train
Coleslaw And Chips
Firing Line
Group Think
Blue Icons
Death In The First Degree
A Taste Of Freedom
Nothing To Declare
Questions For The Dead - A Blake Langford Adventure
The 6th Blake Langford Adventure
Blake Langford, wrongly implicated in a cyber attack on the British Government, returns to Special Branch. When attending a friend's 40th birthday with his colleague, Alison Pearce, Blake becomes a suspect in a murder investigation at Farnborough House.
The inquiry into Colonel Francis Stanislav's life exposes connections to a mysterious Egyptian organisation, adding layers of complexity to their quest for truth.
As witnesses perish, Blake must swiftly exonerate himself and apprehend the killer before another wealthy businessman is murdered.
The race against time leads him to the heart of an Egyptian pyramid in The Valley Of The Kings but who can answer the questions for the dead?
The Throne Of Izelfeld
Boro and Skit are thrown into the world of Izelfeld after being involved in a deadly car accident in the market town of Banbury in the UK.
They have a sand timer watch on their wrists counting down the seven days until their death.
The vicious king Charro Lynptuk has enslaved the people of Izelfeld to build his kingdom and fight those who oppose him.
To survive, Boro and Skit must return the Polyranium Crystal to the Quill Star which controls Charro’s invincibility.
As surgeon’s under Charro’s control in the real world attempt to turn off Boro and Skit’s life support, the two friends must work together, not only to save the people of Izelfeld, but also themselves too.
Bennie Barrier's Big City Adventures - Volume 2
Hello everyone, glad you could join me here in my second Big City Adventures book. We had a lot of fun the first time around discovering new places, new faces and a few reminders of my adventures with my best friend Cornelius Cone. Now that I’ve had my first year in the city, things are a little more settled but that doesn’t mean it’s going to lack adventure!! We’re going to have lots of fun together so I’ll see you on the other side.
Cheerio
BB
Adventures Included:
- The Tale Of The Ginger Cat
- The Tale Of Marv’s Musical Mishap
- The Tale Of Tilly Trolley’s Trip
- The Tale Of Carlton Cone’s Catastrophe
- The Tale Of Bonzo Bin’s Bananas
- The Tale Of Bradley Bollard’s Big Bang
- The Tale Of Mr Pike’s Last Catch
- The Tale Of Highway Harry’s Home Improvements
- The Tale Of The Sunday Morning Strike
- The Tale Of Bennie Barrier’s Big Idea
- The Tale Of Mrs Fry’s Mushroom Soup
- The Tale Of The Earth’s Crust - Featuring Steve Boyce
- The Tale Of The Christmas Crackers
Future Blake Langford Adventures
There are currently 11 Blake Langford Adventures planned to be released. Here are the synopsis for adventures 7-11
Home For September
James Turner, freed after five years, reunites with his sister Gabby outside Florida State Prison, only for her to be kidnapped moments after his release.
Alone and under suspicion, James, accompanied by CIA agent Simon Buxton, faces a web of intrigue.
Meanwhile in the UK, Blake Langford, investigating a prison riot on the Isle Of Wight, receives a mysterious diamond with the initials RF lasered inside it from an inmate with information on a past case.
As Blake returns to Miami to assist the CIA in their search for Gabby, haunting memories and local connections take an unexpected perilous turn leaving Blake to wonder who he can trust when the price of one woman’s freedom is death.
Pieces Of My Life
When Graham Evans is discovered dead aboard a millionaire’s yacht in Monte Carlo, Blake Langford senses there’s more to the story.
With a sudden inheritance from Paula Langford’s aunt, previously unknown relatives suddenly emerge seeking their share, prompting Blake and Paula’s journey to uncover the truth.
In Monte Carlo, they encounter Joseph Perks, a wealthy financier backing a new racing team for the classic Monaco Grand Prix.
As investigations continue, Blake discovers Graham’s involvement with counterfeit casino chips leading into a dangerous investigation unveiling a network of intrigue and money laundering that stretches far beyond the French Riviera, revealing a clandestine organisation operating on a global scale.
When money talks, how much are you willing to lose?
A Vow Of Silence
When Steven Langford is found dead on a fishing boat near Highcliffe Beach, Special Branch agent Blake Langford suspects foul play.
The discovery of a book filled with gruesome drawings depicting the torture of young men by a local priest raises more questions than answers.
Blake must navigate an uncooperative religious group and a powerful local businessman with ties to the UK government.
As Steven’s friends receive threatening letters and phone calls, Blake faces a race against time to uncover the truth and confront his brother’s killer before they strike again.
The Wrong One
Blake Langford and Jason Price, on a mission to stop a deadly arms deal in Brazil, accidentally unleash a catastrophic tsunami in Jamaica. Identifying Hans Gruppenheimer as the mastermind behind the disaster, the duo embark on a perilous journey through the Amazon and onward to New Zealand. There, Gruppenheimer plans a seismic disaster beneath the Pacific Ocean. Amidst strained international relations, Blake races against time to prevent a global catastrophe, navigating a world where trust is a rare and precious commodity..
Marked With An X
On Lepe Beach near The New Forest National Park, Blake Langford's tranquil day takes a turn when his son, Michael, and girlfriend, Freya, uncover a mysterious treasure map. Intrigued, Blake finds a connection to a world war two bomb discovery in Banbury. The trio embark on a journey to the market town, revealing a hidden history of tunnels beneath its foundations. As they delve deeper, they confront local elders desperate to preserve long-buried secrets, turning their quest into a dangerous pursuit of truth.
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