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Crime Writing with Saima Mir 

 

Explore the world of writing crime fiction. 

Join journalist and writer Saima Mir for this two-hour workshop on how to write crime fiction, one of the most popular genres for new writers to attempt. No previous writing experience necessary. 

Saima Mir is an award-winning journalist and bestselling author. She is the author of the Times bestseller The Khan and its sequel Vengeance. She started her career at the Telegraph & Argus and went on to work for the BBC. 

 

Tickets £25

 

Booking Information

  • Priority Booking for Festival Friends opens at 08.00 on Friday 27th of February. Tickets go on general sale from Monday 2nd March.
  • Our concession tickets are available to Friends of the Festival, those on benefits and students.
  • Hearing loops are available for Theatre and Library events. Carers qualify for free ‘essential companion’ tickets. Wheelchair spaces are limited. In all cases, please call the Box Office on 01434 652477 to book or email: boxoffice@queenshall.co.uk.
  • Tickets cannot be refunded but can be exchanged for other Book Festival events.
  • All bookings are subject to a booking fee of £1.50 per transaction.

 

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Location

The White Room, Queen's Hall

Date

25 Apr 2026

Time

10:30 am - 12:30 pm

Cost

£25
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