Are you an aspiring crime writer?

We’re inviting new writers to pitch their debut novel to us in 100 words. We’ll then shortlist the top ten and invite the finalists to the festival to deliver their pitch in person. On the day finalists will have three minutes to sell their idea to a panel of experts including Alison Hennessey – Senior Crime Editor at Harvill Secker, Krystyna Green – Editorial Director for Constable & Robinson crime fiction & Tricia Jackson – Editorial Director at Pan MacMillan.

As well as receiving feedback the finalists are also in with a chance to win some great prizes.

You can find out all about last years competition by clicking here.

The deadline for entries is Friday 15th August (extended) and you can enter by filling in the form below:

THE DEADLINE FOR ENTRIES HAS NOW PASSED