The Devil’s in the Detail

Murder One is Ireland's International Crime Writing Festival, bringing crime writers (fiction and non fiction) to readers both online and in person.

Murder One International Crime Writing Festival

Master of the legal thriller Steve Cavanagh in conversation with authors Anna Sharpe, Jane Casey and Andrea Carter

LexIcon Library and Cultural Centre

Murder One International Crime Writing Festival 25

Murder One is Ireland's International Crime Writing Festival, bringing you top  Irish  and international authors . Funded by the Arts Council & DLR Libraries and hosted at the  Lexicon Venue in Dun Laoghaire,  discover new books, authors and story.

In crime fiction, the smallest clue can unravel the biggest mystery. Join master of the legal thriller Steve Cavanagh as he leads a riveting panel discussion with legal experts, authors Anna Sharpe (Notes on a Drowning), Jane Casey (The Secret Room), and Andrea Carter (There Came A-Tapping) on the meticulous craft of building tension, planting red herrings, and creating stories where every detail matters.From courtroom drama to small-town secrets, these acclaimed writers share how they research, plot, and fine-tune their work to keep readers hooked—and guessing—until the very last page. If you’re fascinated by the mechanics of mystery or eager to sharpen your storytelling instincts, this is the panel to catch.