Sunday October 4th, 5PM — Black British Book Festival 2026

A LIVE Murder Mystery Event this weekend between 5PM and 6PM at the Black British Book Festival. Have you ever wanted to solve a murder of your own? Now is your chance!

In this live interactive murder mystery, you’re not just watching the investigation — you’re part of it.

Join bestselling authors Faridah Àbíké-Íyímídé and Aleema Omotoni as they step into the role of Guest Detectives, working alongside the audience to uncover clues, question suspects, test theories and work out who is behind the murder.

As the story unfolds, secrets will come to light, motives will be questioned and the evidence will keep changing what you think you know. Who is lying? Who had the strongest motive? And can you identify the killer before the final reveal?

Expect twists, accusations, unexpected revelations and plenty of debate as you put your detective skills to the test.

And once the mystery is solved, stay with us as Faridah and Aleema talk about their own books, writing and what makes a great mystery.

Come ready to investigate, make your case and see whether you can solve the murder.