«This fascinating book will genuinely make you a better friend and colleague - and could even improve your social life. David Robson seamlessly weaves in interesting anecdotes and powerful take homes, which will help the loudest extrovert or quietest introvert build a better social world. A vital read for anyone who wants to get along with others in an ever-polarised world»

MELISSA HOGENBOOM

«A masterful distillation of the latest research into the benefits of sociality. Robson unveils a series of practical, science-backed tips for forming and maintaining healthy relationships of all kinds; tips that will not just extend but possibly even save your life. It's a roadmap to overcoming social timidity and a science-based cure for misanthropy»

JUSTIN GREGG

«David Robson is one of my favorite science writers. He strikes the perfect balance between scientific accuracy, engaging storytelling and practical relevance. Whether you want to get better at small talk or at staying close to the important people in your life, this book provides tangible, scientifically vetted solutions»

VANESSA BOHNS

«Robson has distilled a vast amount of high-quality research into an engaging manual on what makes or breaks meaningful social connections. I was astonished at how many long-held assumptions we hold that are just plain wrong. In an era of increasing social isolation, The Laws of Connection is a necessary and timely book»

LAUREN AGUIRRE

«The Laws of Connection is the perfect antidote to modern-day isolation. With his trademark brilliance and nuance, David Robson offers a hopeful and entertaining take on why so many of us feel like islands in a sea of people and provides practical, evidenced-backed strategies for creating bridges, connecting to others, and living more socially fulfilled lives»

HAL HERSHFIELD

«Praise for The Expectation Effect: 'This book is entertaining, eye-opening, extremely useful and best of all, evidence-based»

CLAUDIA HAMMOND

«Mind-changing science . . . One of Robson's many strengths is to take what might seem familiar and show just how much deeper the rabbit hole goes»

OLIVER BURKEMAN

«Based in science and packed with smart advice»

DANIEL H. PINK

«This is an utterly riveting and transformative book. You can't afford not to read it!»

NIGELLA LAWSON

«Visionary, original and exciting»

WILL STORR