Nice and Cosy: Janice Hallett, Steve Higgs, Olly Smith

Get comfortable for an hour of charm and criminal creativity in the company of three doyens of dastardly delight.The Silent Appeal is the hugely anticipated sequel to Janice Hallett’s runaway bestseller, The Appeal as murder strikes in Lower Lockwood.

A retired detective and his dog Rex Harrison are on the trail of criminals and tasty treats in Steve Higgs’ hilarious Pork Pie Pandemonium.

TV wine expert Olly Smith pours his heart into a vintage cosy crime tale with his corking and full-bodied debut Death by Noir.This event will be chaired by broadcaster Nicola Meighan.