Journeying to Blackheath this June, BAD returns with a criminally perfect addition to its 2026 lineup. Featuring a program packed with bestselling crime writers such as Jane Caro, Tara Moss, and Mark Tedeschi (amongst others)–this is a day you won’t want to miss.

Authors Jane Caro and Catherine Jinks kick the day off at 10am, discussing writing violence against women. This is followed by a conversation concerning all things Blue Mountains crime with Mark Tedeschi and Michael Duffy. After lunch, make sure to catch the interview with Tara Moss and Ava Barry, followed by an in-conversation on the topic of corruption in crime with Michael Duffy and Gary Sturgess. 

Attending sleuths can then head to an evening of trivia at 6pm, with signed books and wine (courtesy of Tulloch Wines) up for grabs!

P.S. Make sure to bring a packed lunch.

Date: Saturday 20 June

Start time: 10am

Location: Bates Hall, Blackheath Area Neighbourhood Centre

Cost: $140 each, $120 for concession

*note: tickets for trivia are $10 and sold separately.

The Program

10:00am-11:00am: Jane Caro and Catherine Jinks in conversation

11:30am-12:30pm: Mark Tedeschi and Michael Duffy in conversation

1:30pm-2:30pm: Tara Moss and Ava Barry in conversation

3:00pm-4:00pm: Michael Duffy and Gary Sturgess in conversation

6:00pm: Crime Trivia presented by Trivial Quizzine at Gardners Inn Hotel (tickets $10, sold separately)

With thanks to our sponsors:

Wine Partner: Tulloch Wines