Join us at Capital Crime 2025

More bestsellers than your bookshelves! Join us on Friday 13 June and Saturday 14 June 2025 for London’s biggest celebration of crime and thriller. Meet over 80 renowned authors and field experts for a spectacular two day festival with 30+ events.  

Located at the stunning Leonardo Hotel, right next to St Paul’s Cathedral, your favourite crime and thriller writers will reveal all, giving you unprecedented access to delve into the secrets behind your favourite crime fiction stories.

Promotional poster for a crime writing event featuring two authors, Michael Connelly and M.W. Craven, with portraits of each author. The event, focusing on craft and creativity, is organized by Capital Crime and scheduled for Saturday, June 14, 2025, with a link to the event website.
A group of people socializing at a gathering, drinking and conversing in a modern venue. Some hold wine and beer bottles, and the atmosphere appears lively and informal.
Panel discussion at the Capital Crime festival featuring authors, with a large screen in the background displaying names and images of the speakers. A banner with "Step into the Crime Scene" is visible.
People browsing books at a literature festival or book fair, with tables displaying various books, and attendees carrying tote bags and wearing badges.
Three men standing against a height chart backdrop at an event, with name badges labeled 'Capital Crime Author.' One man holds a drink.
A display of mystery and thriller books with titles including 'The Silent Man,' 'The Fellowship of Puzzlemakers,' 'Bad Cop,' and 'Seven Days.' The books are arranged vertically on a table with colorful covers visible.
A man and woman sitting on stage, each holding a microphone. Between them are two books titled "Close to Death" by Anthony Horowitz and "The Last Word" by Elly Griffiths, displayed on a table. The man is gesturing with his arm.
Group of five people at a Capital Crime event posing with a large Instagram frame prop in front of a height chart backdrop.

Why join us?

Panel discussion at Capital Crime festival featuring authors in conversation, with audience in attendance.

Experience exclusive crime and thriller talks & engaging panel events

With gameshows, headline events where industry giants reveal all & entertaining panel discussions that cover the versatility of your favourite genre!

A person with glasses and dark hair posing for a photo with another person at a book signing event. There are books on the table and a backdrop with "GB" on it.

Meet your favourite crime & thriller writers

Over 80 authors & industry leaders under one roof, 2 days of more than 30 events where you can see your favourite authors on stage before meeting them afterwards at their book signing!

Group of people posing with a mock Instagram frame, in front of a crime-themed backdrop at Capital Crime event.

Join a community of crime & thriller authors, readers & fans

Mingle with your favourite authors & fellow crime & thriller enthusiasts. Coming alone? Chat to one of our friendly volunteers who will introduce you to anyone you'd like to meet!

Plus, get access to exclusive discounts in the Goldsboro Books on site festival bookshop, goody bags, proof giveaways, launch parties & much more!

Collage of authors and personalities participating in the Capital Crime Festival, featuring photos and names of Michael Connelly, Linwood Barclay, Richard Armitage, Steph McGovern, Richard Coles, Charles Cumming, Conn Iggulden, Lisa Jewell, Dorothy Koomson, Suk Pannu, Karin Slaughter, and Ruth Ware. Event date is June 13-14, 2025, with a website link www.capitalcrime.org.

  • "Loved the event, the audience, the ambience - such a top-notch festival - kudos to you and all the staff!"

    Ian Rankin

  • "Last year I said Capital Crime was the best festival I'd ever been to, apologies I was wrong, this year's has been the best festival I've ever been to @CapitalCrime1 #CapitalCrime2024

    Andy Wormald

  • "What a fantastic weekend. Everyone who make this happen..you are all legends. Thank you 🙏🥰👍📚"

    TM Payne

  • "Thank you @DavidHHeadley, @LizzeiCurle and all of the fantastic team. Had a fabulous time at #CapitalCrime24! Looking forward to next year already! 😁😁😁👍"

    Amer Anwar

  • "What a great weekend at Capital Crime. So many lovely people, so many lovely books. Thank you @DavidHHeadley @CapitalCrime1

    Cailey Barker

  • "My day at @CapitalCrime1 was a good one. Made the most of it by catching as many brilliant panels as we could, and they were all superb. Looking forward to next year where we really do need to make it a full weekender. #books #booktwitter #capitalcrime2024 #booklove"

    Jen Lucas

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