The public vote is now open!

Help decide who will take home the title of the Theakston Old Peculier Crime Novel of the Year 2026.

Please note that only one vote per person will be counted, and any duplicate votes will be disregarded and not included in the final tally.

Voting will close at 23:59 on Thursday 16 July 2026, and the Winner will be revealed at the opening ceremony of the Theakston Old Peculier Crime Writing Festival on Thursday 23 July 2026.