Free 4th June Online Book Event

Join Penny along with top crime writers Vaseem Khan, Fiona Cummins and Adele Parks for a FREE online event to celebrate National Crime Readers’ Month. The event is hosted by Vaseem and is presented by The Reading Agency.

The panel will bring their unique perspectives on crafting addictive mysteries that hook new readers and reel them into the world of reading. This thrilling conversation will explore the genre’s universal appeal – from psychological thrillers to cozy mysteries – and how it creates accessible pathways to reading for audiences who might otherwise never discover the joy of books.

Crime fiction’s straightforward language, compelling characters, and twisting narratives make it an ideal gateway for new readers. Our panel will discuss how these elements combine to create stories that are both intellectually stimulating and accessible to diverse reading experiences and abilities.

Whether you’re a longtime crime fiction aficionado or curious about the genre’s remarkable ability to create new readers, this event offers insights into how these masters of suspense craft stories that refuse to be put down and welcome everyone to the reading table. The panel will also talk about how crime fiction is evolving as a genre and responding to our rapidly changing world.

Book your free place here: https://readingagency.org.uk/our-work/events/lives-of-crime-the-compelling-power-of-dark-and-twisty-tales/