Historical Dagger
Historical Dagger This award is for the best historical crime novel, first published in the UK in English during the judging period, set in any period up to 50 years prior to the year in which the award will be made. For novels that involve passages...
CWA Dagger Awards Gala Dinner
THURSDAY 26 OCTOBER 2017 GRANGE CITY HOTEL, LONDON EC3N 6.30pm for 7pm This year we are very excited to announce our after dinner speaker will be the creator and writer of TVs Death in Paradise Robert Thorogood. Robert will be joined by Barry Forsha...
Writing a crime thriller with your sister is MURDER!
Neet Neilson and Marina Clement, talk about the pros and cons of writing with a partner, how they survived the experience and what to look for if thinking of collaborating on writing a novel. They will read excerpts from the two sisters (Jinny and Al...
The Dark Side of Brighton
A chance to meet some of your favourite authors, get some signed books and even a selfie. The day will consist of several panels where authors will face tricky questions from various bloggers before the floor is opened to the audience. Feature...
A Mind to Murder – book launch in New York
For those in New York, CWA member Daniella Bernett will be doing a reading and signing copies of A Mind To Murder, the latest book in her Emmeline Kirby-Gregory Longdon mystery series about a journalist and a jewel thief. To find out more and to book...
The Margery Allingham Society Presents…
On Saturday, 16 November, the Margery Allingham Society presents lunch, plus a screening of The Case of the Late Pig. The event will take place at the Concert Artistes' Association, 20 Bedford Street, London WC2E 9HP. The bar will open at noon, lunch...
Ian Rankin’s Top Six
Bestselling author Ian Rankin joins the Luke Deckard Show to discuss his all-time favourite books and albums and how they have influenced him over the years. Don't miss this free virtual event with CWA member Luke Deckard on 8 March 2023 at 7.30pm...
Dagger Awards Live – online and free
This year, due to coronavirus restrictions, we can’t hold a posh dinner in London where we enjoy a convivial atmosphere, networking with the publishing industry and watching as each Dagger is announced. However, we can still entertain, and – we ...
Harriet Tyce in Conversation With Fiona Cummins and Karin Smirnoff
Waterstones Presents author Harriet Tyce in conversation with authors Fiona Cummins and Karin Smirnoff. Come early for a welcome drink, and stay later for a book signing. Tickets are £10 general admission and £7 for students. Book your place here....
North Norfolk U3A – True Crime: One Day Conference
The North Norfolk U3A One Day Conference includes the following presentation: Norfolk Murder - From Stanfield Hall to the last person to hang in the county – Neil Storey The Secret Poisoner - A history of poison murder in the 19th Century - Linda ...
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