The Crime Writers’ Association

Granite Noir 2023

Aberdeen's Crime Writing Festival

Granite Noir returns for 2023 with a thrilling line up of suspenseful crime, gothic horror and murderous music.

Join us in Aberdeen this February for a packed programme, with particular focus on the Gothic. This year, Granite Noir welcomes writers including Val McDermid, Charlie Higson, Louise Welsh and Mark Billingham.

The award-winning festival, now in its seventh year, darkens the doors of venues across the city and also features Kia AbdullahJohana Gustawsson and Vaseem Khan.

Details of all events in the 2023 Granite Noir Programme can be found here.

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