Martin Sixsmith Books in Order

Martin Sixsmith is a British author and journalist with a diverse and accomplished career. As a foreign correspondent for the BBC, he reported from Moscow during the end of the Cold War, Poland during the Solidarity uprising, and Washington, D.C. during the election and presidency of Bill Clinton. Based in various locations including Russia, the US, Brussels, and Poland, Sixsmith's extensive international experience shaped his narrative voice. He transitioned from journalism to the UK government, serving as Director of Communications under Tony Blair, and later held positions at GEC plc and the Department for Transport, Local Government and the Regions. Sixsmith's tenure in the Civil Service was marked by controversy, including a high-profile scandal involving special adviser Jo Moore. His experiences in politics and journalism have informed his writing, which often explores the complexities of power and human relationships.