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An author’s workspace is their home from home; whether it’s coffee shops, libraries, pubs or public transport.

Four writers tell us how their adopted environment affects their work.Amen Alonge is on top form in the electrifying thriller A Killing in Lagos set in his native Nigeria.

The latest in M.W.

Craven’s brilliant Washington Poe series is the darkly funny The Final Vow.

Frances Crawford’s assured debut A Bad Bad Place is rich in dialogue, heart and authenticity.

Marie Tierney’s mesmerising debut Deadly Animals won the inaugural McDermid Debut Award.

Jeremy Vine takes charge of proceedings.