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Val McDermid
Acclaimed crime novelist and short story writer
Val McDermid is a Scottish crime novelist and short story writer. She has written over 30 novels and has won numerous awards for her work, including the CWA Diamond Dagger and the Macallan Gold Dagger. McDermid's novels often explore the darker side of human nature and the complexities of relationships.
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Millionaires Want to Pay More | Leicester NewsLeicester News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Jul 23, 20261:41GuestREAD? Silent Bones (Inspector Karen Pirie, #8) by Val McDermidAhmad HardyoniJan 14, 2026HostREAD? Silent Bones (Inspector Karen Pirie, #8) by Val McDermidAhmad HardyoniJan 14, 2026HostREAD? Silent Bones (Inspector Karen Pirie, #8) by Val McDermidAhmad HardyoniJan 14, 2026HostWith her new book, Scottish author Val McDermid wants to “charm you into winter”NPR's Book of the DayJan 13, 20267:57GuestVal McDermidDesert Island DiscsJul 14, 201335:04Guest