The "Laundry Files" is a series of urban fantasy novels written by Charles Stross. The series follows the adventures of Bob Howard, a computer programmer who works for a secret British government agency known as the Laundry. This agency deals with supernatural threats and occult phenomena, blending elements of espionage with horror and humor. The series begins with the novel "The Atrocity Archives," where Bob navigates a world filled with Lovecraftian horrors and bureaucratic challenges. The books explore themes of technology, magic, and the consequences of meddling with forces beyond human understanding, all while maintaining a satirical tone.