Private: The submission deadline for the CWA DEBUT DAGGER is the 31st January 2015.
The submission deadline for the CWA DEBUT DAGGER is the 31st January 2015. For 15 years the CWA has been encouraging new writing with its Debut Dagger competition for unpublished writers. The submissions are judged by a panel of top crime editors and...
Brian Price Books Signing
Join author Brian Price as he signs his new book, Fatal Image, on 27 November at 8.00pm, at the Black Cat Micropub in Somerset. This event is free....
On behalf of the late Seán Haldane – Book Launch with Music
Mentorship scheme
Mentorship scheme This scheme helps new/emerging authors navigate the world of publishing by pairing them with an experienced author. Most first-time authors find their experience of publishing confusing and sometimes disappointing or disillusion...
Unconventional Detectives
Join Nicola Smith and Bristol writers Bryan J. Mason, Jean, Burnett, and Heather Jo Reed at Sea Mills Library for a discussion about quirky detectives. This event is free....
How To Start Your Novel – a step-by-step guide by Cal Moriarty
If you are thinking of entering the Debut Dagger next year then bookmark this blog as, over the next few months, I’ll be providing you with all the key elements you need as you start writing your first novel. Right now you may be feeling a littl...
Walking Tour: Agatha Christie’s London
Explore London locations with connections to Agatha Christie, including homes and luxury hotels. This event is free, but booking is essential. You can do that here. ...
“Killing People for Fun and Profit” a guest lecture by Val McDermid
The Literary Leicester Festival welcomes bestselling author Val McDermid cto Leicester discuss her writing, her inspirations and the fatal attraction of crime fiction. CWA Diamond Dagger recipient, Val McDermid, has sold over 15 million books to d...
Author Event: Daniella Barnett (USA)
Join author Daniella Barnett at The Mysterious Bookshop in New York City! This event is free, but if you'd like to pre-order a signed copy of Daniella's latest book, Secrets Lie in Wait to pick up at the event, you can do so here....
‘How to write a novel to trade standard’ by Helen Corner-Bryant of Cornerstones Literary Consultancy
“I’m entering the Debut Dagger Competition and now I have to write and edit my novel to trade submission standard! Where do I start?” When you enter the Debut Dagger you don’t have to have a completed first draft. However, in taking ...
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