Making a splash with fiction!
Join us at Whitley Bay Playhouse EVERY YEAR!
In its first three years, multi-award nominated Bay Tales has become one of the biggest crime fiction events in the UK!
The all-day event features panels, author signings and plenty of surprises.
“I love working with the Bay Tales team. Such a joy to speak to people who are knowledgeable, friendly and tech savvy. I was so impressed that I asked Vic to do the major interview for the launch of my latest Vera book.”
“Bay Tales is a terrific venture: informative, inclusive, and inspirational. A must for crime fans and authors alike.”
Join Other Passionate Authors and Readers
The Event Of The Year!
Panel Discussions
Don’t miss the chance to listen to the best crime writers in the business as they discuss their books, techniques and often humorous anecdotes. You will also have the opportunity to ask them questions yourself via our roving mic.
Book Signings
Bring your books to add a coveted signature from any of the panelists or buy a book on the day and get it signed. A great opportunity to meet the folk behind your favourite tales!
Merch
Bay Tales merchandise including tote bags featuring advance copies of some of the year’s biggest titles before they hit the shelves!
Onsite Bookshop
A fabulous and perfectly-stocked bookshop will be provided onsite by Whitley Bay’s premier bookshop, The Bound.
Charity Raffle
A raffle will be run on the day offering money-can’t-buy prizes, all for a great cause. Don’t miss out!
What are you waiting for?
Get your tickets now!
Buy your tickets now and be in with the best chance to get places at fringe events over the weekend. Places sell fast and as much as we’d like to include everyone, space is limited!