Whodunnit for a New Era

How classic puzzle mysteries are being reinvented for modern readers, blending traditional sleuthing with bold narrative experimentation.

Antony Johnston | Tom Mead | Alex Pavesi | JD Brinkworth | Heather J. Fitt

From Page to Screen: Bringing Crime Fiction to Life

Exploring adaptation, collaboration, and what happens when crime stories move from the page to television and film.

Luke Jennings | Lesley Kara | TM Logan | GD Wright | MA Hunter

Crimes of the Past: Writing Historical Mystery

How writers bring past worlds to life while crafting compelling mysteries rooted in real history.

Jessica Bull | Vaseem Khan | Alice G. May | Anna Mazzola | Alison May

Murder by the Sea: Crime With a Coastal Setting

A celebration of seaside settings, coastal noir, and why the edge of land and sea makes such fertile ground for crime fiction.

Emylia Hall | Heidi Perks | M. J. Arlidge | Sarah Pearse | Fiona McNee

Inside the Mind: Psychology in Crime and Thrillers

A deep dive into motivation, manipulation, and the darker corners of the human psyche.

Jackie Kabler | Alex Stone | CL Taylor | Francesca Pavis

Killer Instincts: The Art of the Thriller

Fast-paced plotting, high stakes, and what keeps readers turning pages long into the night.

Araminta Hall | Ruth Irons | Sarah Pinborough | Catherine Yaffe

Lucy Clarke In Conversation With Stu Cummins

A headline, in-depth conversation with a major figure in crime fiction, followed by audience Q&A.

The Write Path: Writing Journeys from Rising Voices

An honest conversation about breaking into the crime genre, building momentum, and navigating the early stages of a writing career.

Elle Blair | Charlotte Dolman | Paula Harmon | D.E. White

Routes to Publication: Traditional, Indie, Hybrid

Agents and publishers unpack today’s publishing landscape, exploring the realities, opportunities & challenges of traditional deals, independent publishing & hybrid paths.

Jade Kavanagh | Oliver Johnson | Faye Brann | Joe Sedgwick

Case Closed: Mastering Your Tax and Finances

Andy Levett (Principal) and Ajay Jassal (Senior Manager) at HW Fisher will strip away the mystery of tax and related financial management.

HW Fisher

Marketing & Visibility for Authors

Building profile, finding your audience and standing out in a crowded market. A practical discussion on discoverability, branding and long-term visibility.

Stuart Evers | Francesca Pavis | Tory Lyne-Pirkis | Yolanda Copes-Stepnay

Writing Crime from Both Sides of the Desk

A unique perspective from those who have worked across editorial and author roles, exploring what makes a manuscript stand out and how industry insight shapes storytelling.

Laura Marshall | Phoebe Morgan | Alison May

Getting The Details Right

Authenticity matters. From policing and procedure to forensic detail, this session explores research, accuracy and credibility in crime fiction.

Graham Bartlett | Brian Price | Jo Millington | Ava Glass | Nat Wood Fox

How To Pitch To Literary Agents

Clear, practical guidance on submissions and what agents are really looking for.

Curtis Brown Creative