The Gata Negra Festival consolidates the Sierra de Gata as a national benchmark for the crime genre
The Sierra de Gata becomes the epicenter of mystery with the Gata Negra festival. Top-tier authors and unique activities await you.
Dolores Redondo returns with her new novel, Every Night, Every City
Discover the details of *Todas las noches todas las ciudades*, the new novel by Dolores Redondo, arriving October 21st. Don't miss the plot!
The rise of European crime fiction: between social commentary and success on streaming platforms
Explore the latest trends in crime fiction. From new thrillers by Manzini and Parks to the hit series Kraken on Prime Video. Don't miss it!
Iruña 1997, the thriller that revives Pamplona's most turbulent summer
Discover all the details of Iruña 1997, the new thriller from Movistar Plus+ about a crime during the San Fermín festival, starring Clara Galle and Álvaro Cervantes.
José Ramón Gómez Cabezas and the essence of railway crime in Alcázar de San Juan
José Ramón Gómez Cabezas headlines the Ferroviaria Noir conference in Alcázar de San Juan with his latest reissue of railway crime novels.
The rise of crime fiction in Spain: secrets of the past and new regional settings
Explore the phenomenon of crime fiction in Spain: new thrillers, bestselling authors, and why secrets of the past captivate readers.
Agatha Christie's eternal love affair with Spain: between theater and mystery
Discover why Agatha Christie remains the queen of mystery in Spain with new plays, illustrated books and cultural routes.
The cinephile thriller that reinvents the darkest Murcia: Jesús Boluda del Toro presents Off-Screen
What if a killer imitated your favorite movies? Discover Off-Screen, the new and unsettling noir thriller by Jesús Boluda del Toro.
John Connolly and Charlie Parker's moral labyrinth in The Children of Eve
Charlie Parker returns in The Children of Eve. Discover the new novel by John Connolly that blends crime, cartels, and a touch of the supernatural, set in Spain.
Santiago Díaz and the thriller revolution with the charismatic Jotadé Cortés
Why is everyone talking about The Master? Discover how Santiago Díaz has revolutionized the crime novel with Jotadé and a pace that will keep you up at night.
The new crime novels you can't miss this season
Explore the latest crime novels. From María Oruña to Petros Márkaris, discover the most addictive thrillers that are hits in Spain and Europe.
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The sharpest pens of the noir genre are featured in Spanish bookstores
Explore the latest in Spanish crime fiction. From Eduardo Mendoza to Mikel Santiago, we tell you all about the top books and festivals.
The landscape of crime fiction in Spain: festivals, gentler trends, and relentless thrillers
Discover the latest in crime fiction: the success of the Lleida festival, the cozy crime trend, and the new books by Oruña, Manzini, and Dazieri.
The call for entries for the Getafe International Crime Novel Competition is now open.
Check out the rules for the 30th Getafe City Crime Novel Competition. Participate until June 20th for a prize of €10.000 and publication of your work.
Talavera Negra Awards: record number of short stories and literary consolidation
The Talavera Negra competition breaks records with 1.285 stories and consolidates Talavera de la Reina as a benchmark for noir literature in Spain.
Seville Black Literary Festival of Crime Fiction: program, protagonists and recognition of the Book Fair
Sevilla Black transforms the city into the epicenter of crime fiction with authors, routes, round tables and a tribute to the Seville Book Fair.
Blacklladolid celebrates its sixth edition by combining crime fiction, fashion and music at Fuensaldaña Castle
Blacklladolid celebrates its sixth edition in Fuensaldaña with crime fiction, fashion, and music. Find out the dates, guests, and how to follow the festival.
Rosi Méndez bursts onto the crime fiction scene with "Black Sheep" set in Agüimes
Rosi Méndez makes her debut in the crime novel genre with "Oveja Negra", a thriller set in Agüimes that links a current crime with the Civil War and historical memory.
"Murder at the priest's mill": Arantza Portabales' most mature crime novel returns to the Loeiro crimes
All about "Murder at the Priest's Mill", Arantza Portabales' most mature crime novel set in rural Galicia.
Awards, festivals and new voices that consolidate the crime novel in Spain
Awards, festivals, and new thrillers showcase the strength of contemporary Spanish crime fiction. Discover the key names and books of the moment.
In Tenerife Noir, Olga Tokarczuk champions the role of crime fiction in understanding the modern world.
Olga Tokarczuk, Nobel laureate in Literature, shares her vision of the crime novel, liquid identity and the role of mature women at Tenerife Noir.
National Mystery Prize in Guadix: a key event for lovers of the unusual
Everything about the National Mystery Award in Guadix, its winners, the gala and why this event has become a benchmark for lovers of the unusual.
Juan Gómez-Jurado shakes up the Spanish thriller scene with "Mentira" and moves away from the Reina Roja universe.
Juan Gómez-Jurado breaks with Reina Roja and dazzles with Mentira, a psychological thriller set in Asturias with a lying narrator and great success in bookstores.
David Uclés meets with Canary Island readers at Tenerife Noir
David Uclés, winner of the Nadal Prize, will discuss his noir novel at Tenerife Noir on March 13 at CajaCanarias.
Unamuno's last case: crime fiction, historical memory and literary references in Salamanca and Zamora
Intrigue, historical memory, and Unamuno's final hours in Salamanca in 1936. Discover the novel that reopens the debate about his death.
The intrigue of the inconvenient funeral, the return of Eduardo Mendoza's nameless detective
The Intrigue of the Inconvenient Funeral: A novel by Eduardo Mendoza where a minimal funeral uncovers a financial plot and the return of his famous detective.
Febrer Negre in Palma, the noir festival that marks February
Everything about Febrer Negre in Palma: dates, venues and program with film noir, theater, conferences and presentations of crime novels.
The Las Casas Ahorcadas International Crime Novel Festival reinforces its educational and social commitment
Program, authors and social focus of the Las Casas Ahorcadas International Crime Novel Festival in Cuenca. Noir, education and denunciation in the same event.
Vallekas Negra, the crime fiction festival that beats in Vallecas
Vallekas Negra celebrates its fourth edition in Vallecas with authors, panels, film screenings, a treasure hunt, and a tribute to Leonardo Padura. See the full program here.
Aridane Criminal conquers Los Llanos de Aridane as a key location for crime and detective fiction
Aridane Criminal brings together the great voices of crime fiction and true crime in La Palma with premieres, round tables and activities for everyone.
Everything that Pamplona Negra, Navarra's great noir festival, will bring
Program, authors and key activities of Pamplona Negra, the great novel and crime festival in Navarre that explores the current face of noir.
Las Casas Ahorcadas International Novel Festival: the major noir event in Cuenca
Everything about the Las Casas Ahorcadas International Novel Festival in Cuenca: authors, events, school days and crime fiction activities.
Agatha Christie, half a century of inexhaustible mystery
Half a century without Agatha Christie and her mystery lives on: books, films and reissues that maintain their power to captivate the reader.
Txemi Parra delves deeper into Basque noir with A Family Affair
Txemi Parra presents A Family Affair, a Basque noir thriller about a powerful Basque saga, farmhouse secrets and a crime full of enigmas.
Juan Gutiérrez wins the First CordoBlack Threads Competition
Juan Gutiérrez wins the First Hilos Black Competition at CordoBlack, the noir festival that is growing in Córdoba with more audience and authors.
Third edition of CordoBlack: crime fiction takes over Córdoba
CordoBlack celebrates its third edition with César Pérez Gellida, a competition in X and free activities for all audiences in Córdoba.
Statues in the Snow: A Thriller Set Between Modern and Medieval León
A crime in 2022, another in 1222, and the same city: León. Discover Statues in the Snow, the thriller that blends crime fiction and historical intrigue.
Santa Marta de Tormes is committed to crime fiction and inclusive theatre
Santa Marta de Tormes combines crime fiction and inclusive theater with a rural thriller and the sensory work "Nubla" in its cultural program.
Queen Camilla becomes the protagonist of a police thriller
Queen Camilla leaps into fiction and becomes the protagonist of a police thriller set in Buckingham Palace and the legendary Royal Train.
The mystery of the last Stradivarius: art, crime and memory
The novel about a lost Stradivarius: a true crime, a journey through Europe, and a posthumous prologue by Vargas Llosa. All the details.
Mazapanoir, the Toledo crime fiction festival, returns with 'Other Perspectives'
Dates, times and program for Mazapanoir at the CLM Library. 'Other Perspectives' theme, guest authors and key aspects of the edition.
Mazapanoir, the Toledo crime fiction festival
Mazapanoir program, dates and speakers in Toledo: from the 24th to the 28th at the Library of Castilla-La Mancha, with a focus on diversity and gender.
Bracamonte en Negro turns Peñaranda into the capital of noir
Bracamonte en Negro in Peñaranda: dates, program, authors and key activities of the first edition of the crime fiction festival.
Autumn of crime fiction: festival, new releases, and key readings
Crime fiction agenda and new releases: Málaga Negra, La Capitana in Granada, and Fred Vargas in Rome, plus key reads for this fall.
Getafe Negro comes of age with a Nordic seal
Getafe Negro celebrates its coming of age: a Nordic focus, more than 80 authors, 60+ activities, tributes, and awards. Check out the festival's must-see highlights.
The Whisper of Fire: Javier Castillo's new thriller in the Canary Islands
All about The Whisper of Fire: Tenerife plot, premieres, price, and key details on Javier Castillo's return.
Madrid's literary crimes: a noir route through the capital
Free exhibition on literary crimes in Madrid with tours, talks, and a film at the Regional Library until January 11.
Bracamonte in Black: Peñaranda's first crime novel festival
Dates, program, and authors of Bracamonte en Negro in Peñaranda. Panel discussions, films, contests, and more under the motto "Spark Your Emotion."
The Captain by Susana Martín Gijón: a crime novel in Granada
La Capitana places San Juan de la Cruz and Sor Ana de Jesús as investigators in Granada in 1585. Plot, settings, and historical context.
Dying in the Sand: Leonardo Padura's New Novel
All about Leonardo Padura's "Dying in the Sand": plot, key points, its Cuban context, and key dates from the Spanish tour.
Semana Negra BA: the great crime fiction festival in Buenos Aires
Dates, venues, and guests of Semana Negra Buenos Aires. Free admission and program for the major police festival in Buenos Aires.
A Madrid of a noir novel: the city as a noir setting
Free exhibition at the Regional Library: Madrid as a noir setting. Dates, tours, lectures, and films. Everything you need to know.
Blacklladolid celebrates its fifth edition in Fuensaldaña
Blacklladolid returns to Fuensaldaña with literature and gastronomy, award-winning authors, guest chefs, and unprecedented presentations. The venue is fully booked.
Dying in the Sand: Padura portrays the fate of a generation
Padura explores generational disenchantment in Dying in the Sand: Crossed Voices, Memory, and Present-Day Cuba in a choral novel published by Tusquets.
Cartagena Negra faces its final stretch with awards, cinema and great authors
Agenda, awards, and cinema at Cartagena Negra. Key times, guest authors, and how to watch the event live.
The Persecuted by Fernando Benzo, winner of the Tormo Negro Masfarné award
The Las Casas Ahorcadas club chooses Los Persecudos as the winner of the Masfarné Black Tormo. Details of the award, finalists, and upcoming events.
Leonardo Padura presents Dying in the Sand
Leonardo Padura presents Dying in the Sand: Keys, context, and date of his new novel about family and contemporary Cuba.
Montalbano: tributes, routes and new readings
Events in Scicli and Sampieri, a biography of Camilleri, and Montalbano's routes. Dates, locations, and key points of the phenomenon that continues to captivate readers.
Thursday Murder Club: Premiere, Cast, and Reviews
Release date, cast, and review of Chris Columbus' Netflix adaptation. Plot, mood, and future of the saga.
Guillermo Galván, a key voice in crime fiction, dies.
Guillermo Galván, author of Carlos Lombardi, dies. His life, awards, and tributes in Tres Cantos and Aranda de Duero.
Free exhibitions in Madrid: art, photography, and crime fiction
Free exhibition guide in Madrid: Alcain, photography and crime fiction. Dates, venues, and key works to help you plan your visit.
Cartagena Negra: program, awards, and guest authors
Dates, awards, and activities for Cartagena Negra at Luzzy. Check out the meetings, finalists, and times for the noir event in Cartagena.
Pilar Quintana reveals "Noche Negra" and her work with the Colombian Women Writers Library.
Pilar Quintana presents "Black Night" and her work at the Colombian Women Writers Library: Keys, themes, and experiences.
The Atapuerca crime thriller: all about 'The Mark of Evil'
We analyze the success of "The Trace of Evil," a thriller filmed in Atapuerca. Discover its plot, cast, and tourist routes in Burgos.
Hercule Poirot: the Belgian detective who conquered the crime novel
Hercule Poirot, an icon of crime fiction, remains a benchmark in literature and film 50 years after his death. Explore his story, legacy, and interesting facts.
Manuel Hurtado presents his new novel with a two-part plot.
Engineer and writer Manuel Hurtado surprises with his new novel full of mystery and unexpected twists.
Clara Usón wins the Dashiell Hammett Award for her crime novel
Learn about the novel and why Clara Usón received the prestigious Dashiell Hammett Award for her vision in crime fiction.
Nicole Kidman returns to the intrigue scene with new thrillers and projects in Spain.
New thrillers starring Nicole Kidman: Discover the suspenseful films and series coming to Spain, packed with mystery and intrigue.
Spanish thrillers on Prime Video: must-see suspense and intrigue
Looking for a Spanish thriller on Prime Video? Discover titles that excel in suspense, twists, and unforgettable protagonists.
The most original, addictive, and surprising mystery books of the moment
Does mystery novels still surprise you? New offerings engage and engage you. Discover them!
Cartagena Negra: the essential date for crime fiction in Spain
Cartagena brings together the best crime novel authors and awards. Learn about all the activities and highlights of the crime event.
Mystic River: Clint Eastwood's psychological thriller exploring guilt and trauma
Why is Mystic River the benchmark for Clint Eastwood's psychological thriller? Analysis of the plot, actors, and setting that make the difference.
All about 'Dante by Night': the new psychological thriller from Chino Darín and Hugo Ruiz
The film "Dante by Night" reunites Chino Darín and Hugo Ruiz in an intense psychological thriller. Discover the cast, plot, and key details.
Alejandro G. Roemmers and the enigma of the last Stradivarius: crime, art, and redemption
Roemmers investigates the mystery of the last Stradivarius, a novel that combines true crime, art, and musical legacy. Discover its inspiration and secrets.
The Uncertainty Principle: From Quantum Science to Literary Thriller
What is the uncertainty principle and how does it inspire novels and science? Keys to understanding its impact on physics and current culture.
Period thrillers: the series and films that reinvent historical suspense
Travel back in time with the best period thrillers. Series and films that combine mystery, suspense, and historical setting.
The trend-setting crime novels
The keys to contemporary crime fiction: books, authors, styles, and trends that are triumphant in the genre.
Spanish thrillers on Prime Video: Keys to the new releases and the growing trend
All about the rise of Spanish thrillers on Prime Video, including new releases, cast, and why this genre is a hit on the platform.
All about the Emmy-favorite thriller: nominations, plot, and future
'Separation' sweeps the Emmy nominations for Best Thriller Series of the Year. Discover the plot, cast, and key contenders.
Untamed: The suspense thriller that's a hit on Netflix
Looking for a suspenseful miniseries? Untamed on Netflix blends mystery, nature, and crime drama with a star-studded cast.
The mystery book phenomenon: entertainment and mystery for the summer
Puzzle books in crime novel format: discover the most addictive and challenging pastime this summer.
The Mark of the Crime Novel According to Haruki Murakami: Influence and Essential Reading
Are you fascinated by crime fiction? Find out what Haruki Murakami thinks and which books and authors he loves.
Toni Sánchez Bernal's crime novel: an underground Madrid exposed
Immerse yourself in Toni Sánchez Bernal's crime novel and discover the hidden Madrid amidst crimes, dilemmas, and suspense.
The mystery and suspense books that are sweeping the world: new releases, bestsellers, and trends
The most-read mystery and suspense novels and the latest trending releases in the genre. Find your next read.
Where your secrets live: Elvira Rodríguez and the rural mystery that invites you to reinvent yourself
The novel "Where Your Secrets Live" explores mystery, rural summer, and personal challenges in Castile and León.
Dashiell Hammett Award: Clara Usón triumphs at Gijón's Black Week
Clara Usón wins the Dashiell Hammett Award at Semana Negra for "Las fieras," a novel that explores terrorism and memory.
The sci-fi thrillers sweeping Prime Video: must-see titles for fans of the genre.
The best sci-fi thriller movies and series on Prime Video: Discover must-see titles and their powerful stories.
Cartagena Negra: The essential crime novel destination in Cartagena
Cartagena Negra celebrates its 11th edition with authors, awards, and activities in September. See the full festival program here.
Agatha Christie's legacy in Mallorca: inspiration and legacy on the island
Agatha Christie found inspiration in Mallorca. Discover how her time in Puerto de Pollença continues to shape local history and tourism.
Presentation and key facts about "Dina and Natan," Miriam Lewin's novel about Jewish spies and Holocaust survivors.
The true story behind Dina and Natan: spies, Jewish survival, and Nazi criminals in 50s Argentina.
'Daughter of Wrath': A four-handed crime novel that stands out in the genre
Explore the crime novel "Daughter of Wrath" by Ana Rojas and Pablo Escribano. It features complex characters and an original structure. What makes it stand out?
Alexandre Escrivà: The Valencian writer who reinvents the crime novel with "The Hannah Larson Mystery"
Alexandre Escrivà excels in crime fiction with "The Hannah Larson Mystery," a work full of suspense, twists, and originality. Are you going to miss it?
Toni Hill closes her Executioner Trilogy and reflects on the limits of the crime genre.
Toni Hill publishes "The White Death," the conclusion to her Hangman Trilogy. Discover how she explores the criminal mind and family in her highly anticipated thriller.
'The Murders of the Marina Alta': Mysteries, novels, and the Valencian landscape in a successful literary saga
The "Murders of the Marina Alta" saga combines crime fiction and life in the region. Discover the plot, the settings, and the future of its mysterious cases.
New and essential classics of suspense novels: the latest and greatest in literary thrillers
Recommended thrillers: the latest releases, featured authors, and classics of the genre you can't miss.
The Duffer brothers are launching into a crime thriller following the end of Stranger Things.
The final season of Stranger Things paves the way for a crime thriller from the Duffer brothers for Netflix. Discover the genre change and all the details.
All about 'Mystery in the Gothic Quarter,' Sergio Vila-Sanjuán's novel that delves into the secrets of Barcelona's heart.
Explore the intrigue of 'Mystery in the Gothic Quarter,' Sergio Vila-Sanjuán's award-winning novel about secrets and crimes in historic Barcelona.
Gijón's Black Week pays tribute to Ángel González on his centenary.
Black Week 2025 pays tribute to Ángel González on his centenary with authors, readings, and activities in Gijón. See the agenda and highlights.
The Gata Negra 2025 Festival turns Sierra de Gata into the epicenter of crime fiction.
All the programming, authors, and activities for the 2025 Gata Negra Festival in Sierra de Gata and Idanha-a-Nova. Experience a unique literary summer.
Crime fiction festivals in Spain 2025: the genre's must-see summer events
Cartagena Negra, Gata Negra, and Llanegra bring together the biggest names in the genre for an essential event for fans and authors.