This event takes place in the British Library Pigott Theatre and is also available to watch online. Tickets may be booked to attend in person, or to watch on our platform either live or during the next 7 days on catch up. Viewing links for the online version will be sent out in the confirmation email you receive after booking. 

Deadly is a day-long celebration of the very best in contemporary crime writing by women. This inaugural festival features non-fiction as well as fiction, with brand-new work from celebrated authors as well as lively exploration of themes and perceptions relating to the genre. There will also be ‘opening acts’ from the hottest literary newcomers to the scene, and plenty of criminally good fun...

With a lineup including Ann Cleeves, Hallie Rubenhold, Denise Minna, Kate Summerscale, Kia Abdullah, Nicola Williams, Sam Blake, Saima Mir, Nicola Upson, Dreda Say Mitchell and more – it's time to investigate before tickets sell out. 

Full programme details to be revealed soon. 

Venue open 10:30, the first session begins at 11:00.

Sessions will be followed with a book signing. All featured books will be on sale plus a special selection from the British Library Crime Classics series. 

Reduced price tickets available for British Library Members, and half price tickets for students, under 26 and other concession groups. If you have specific access requirements please email customer@bl.uk

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