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  • My top Theakston Old Peculier Crime Writing Festival panel picks
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    My top Theakston Old Peculier Crime Writing Festival panel picks

    The Theakston Old Peculier Crime Writing Festival official programme is here! I have been attending the festival since 2021 and have to say it’s another great line up. Unsure what to see? Here are some of my personal top picks. You honestly can’t go wrong with any of the panels, so if you’ve got a… [Read More]

  • 2026 Crime and Thriller Books I Cannot Wait For

    2026 Crime and Thriller Books I Cannot Wait For

    Here are the crime and thriller books I am most looking forward to in 2026! [Read More]

  • The Five Most-Read Posts of 2025

    The Five Most-Read Posts of 2025

    One complete year of Beth Reads Crime! [Read More]

  • Every Thriller I Read and Reviewed in 2025 Plus My Favourites
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    Every Thriller I Read and Reviewed in 2025 Plus My Favourites

    What a year for books! Here is everything I read and reviewed in 2025 [Read More]

  • Cover revealed for Kathryn Sharman’s The Second Home
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    Cover revealed for Kathryn Sharman’s The Second Home

    The cover reveal for one of my most anticipated 2026 reads! [Read More]

  • Beginner’s Guide to Book Blogging: How to Get ARCs, Proofs & Start Reviewing

    Beginner’s Guide to Book Blogging: How to Get ARCs, Proofs & Start Reviewing

    Are you looking to start book blogging or reviewing, and need some guidance on where to begin? Here’s a practical, friendly guide to help you get started [Read More]

  • 2026 Crime and Thriller Book Releases

    2026 Crime and Thriller Book Releases

    A look at all the different crime and thrillers publishing in 2026! [Read More]

  • Girls to the Front by Lucy Nichol review
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    Girls to the Front by Lucy Nichol review

    Coming October 2025, Girls to the Front is a feminist, found-footage revenge thriller that is absolutely worth your time. [Read More]

  • Theakstons Crime Novel of the Year voting
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    Theakstons Crime Novel of the Year voting

    Every year, one of my favourite events – the Theakston Old Peculier Crime Writing Festival – kicks off in my hometown of Harrogate with the awards evening on Thursday night. Shortlisted this year are for the Crime Novel of the Year are: Public voting closes on Thursday 10 July 2025 at 23:59 and the winner… [Read More]

I’m Bethany

Bethany, crime fiction blogger at Beth Reads Crime

I’m a crime fiction blogger from North Yorkshire sharing reviews, events and my latest reads!

Aside from reading, I love exploring in our campervan, walking my dogs, escape rooms and video games. Find out more about me here.

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