Murder One

Murder One might be over but the incredible Agatha Christie Exhibition that was launched alongside the festival runs right into November. Dr John Curran will be discussing it at an event on November 5th!

Alongside the Murder One Crime Festival, dlr LexIcon has opened a new exhibition on the most famous detective writer in modern times. Curated by John Curran, world expert on Agatha Christie with the support of dlr Libraries staff, this exhibition highlights the life and work of the writer and showcases some items from John’s collection including first editions, film posters and curiosities relating to Agatha’s work.

Launched 17 October
Level 5, dlr LexIcon
Exhibition runs from 17 October - 16 November 2025

AJ West, tv personality and the award winning bestselling author of historical crime, THE BETRAYAL OF THOMAS TRUE jetted in from London to chat to bestsellers Gillian McAllister (also from the UK) and our own thriller sensation Andrea Mara.

In a masterfully orchestrated chat, AJ covered their writing process and the inspiration behind FAMOUR LAST WORDS and IT SHOULD HAVE BEEN YOU, two books that will keep you gripped.

Gillian explained how after getting glandular fever she suffered 3 years of total debillitation, writing her first book in bed. That book got her an agent, but not a deal, and it was with grit and perserverance that she wrote another which launched her career.

Andrea's latest heartstopping chart topper focuses on a bitchy whatsapp message that is sent to the estate group chat instead of the person it was intended for (!!!) Her earlier hit ALL HER FAULT has been adapted for TV starring Sarah Snook (Succession) and many other famous faces. It'll debut on a small screen near you on November 7th - don't miss it!

What happens when you bring a bunch of legal eagles to the stage? The very very best of events!

Jane Casey can take a step back and weave her criminal barrister husband's stories into her fabulous books - and she's got her first Irish set book coming out next year (watch this space!) Anna and Andrea both agreed that family law could be more shocking than criminal law, and there's always someone who will pick up on the details!

Brilliantly chaired by Steve Cavanagh - on his birthday!

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