Call out: Writer commision to create audio content for Agatha Christie 2026

**In celebration of the British Library Living Knowledge Network Exhibition Agatha Christie: A World of Mystery the commissioned writer will deliver co-production sessions that explore why crime fiction is compelling to read.**

Nottingham City Libraries and Inspire are looking for a creatively curious writer(s) who enjoys working collaboratively and is able to creatively engage groups of adult readers.

nottinghamcitylibraries.co.uk

inspireculture.org.uk

We are members of the British Library Living Knowledge Network (LKN). LKN is a UK-wide partnership of national and public libraries. Together we share ideas and spark connections between libraries, their collections and their people.

Created by the British Library to explore new ways for libraries across the country to work as one, the network currently includes over 20 public libraries, the British Library itself, the National Library of Scotland and the National Library of Wales.

The Living Knowledge Network is the only network of its kind in the UK and is centred on exchanging knowledge and developing memorable experiences for public library users, from simultaneous UK-wide exhibitions to leadership and development.

living-knowledge-network.co.uk

Agatha Christie: A World of Mystery Exhibition

Delve into the remarkable life and legacy of the bestselling novelist of all time, Agatha Christie, at an exhibition opening at the British Library and Living Knowledge Network partner libraries in October 2026. From her best-loved characters including Hercule Poirot and Miss Marple, to her impact on crime writers today, unravel the secrets behind the Queen of Crime’s enduring appeal.

Events.bl.uk/exhibitions/agathachristie

We will establish a city/county partnership model across neighbouring library services. The commissioned writer will reach communities in:

Nottingham Central, Strelley Road, Hyson Green, St Ann’s, Mansfield Central, Kirkby in Ashfield, Sutton in Ashfield, Hucknall.