Utterly Brilliant. The ending had me shouting out loud in total shock. One of the BEST books I’ve read by far. Kia Abdullah never lets us readers down. Out 19/5 Treat yourself and buy it.

I probably shouldn’t have worn a dress the exact same shade of red as the chairs at Newham Bookshop, but no matter. Signed copies of #WhatHappensInTheDark are now available from the bookshop. Pop in, call 020 8552 9993 or email [email protected] to order your copy.

I raced through #TheSchoolGates. A.A. Chaudhuri captures that very specific friction of the yummy mummy milieu. The gleeful gossip, the vying for status and the prickly cliquiness are all skewered with skill. Taut, tense and richly drawn, it’s a compulsive thriller with claws. 🦞

I’m in the The Guardian today talking about how boxing has changed me. 👇🏽 Back in 2023, I booked 2 lessons while researching a novel and fell completely in love with the sport. Two years on, I still go 3-4 times a week. The novel, meanwhile, is out tomorrow! theguardian.com/lifeandstyle/2…

What Happens in the Dark is out today! A dark thriller cum courtroom drama, it follows journalist Safa as she uncovers what really happened on a night of tragedy involving her childhood best friend, Lily. If you like crime with heart, do check it out. kiaabdullah.com/books

Signed copies available from Newham Bookshop!

I’ve never read anything by Kia Abdullah before but I will definitely be finding more of her books after finishing #WhatHappensInTheDark! Only started reading it this morning and it’s had me completely gripped aid already over half way through it. Such a great read! #AmReading

Even more so in London! The wealth/income ceiling for Londoners to no longer get the public transport is significantly higher than in NY. Always amused when my NY peers are like “you take the BUS??” and it’s like yeah, literal millionaires do that here.

Kia Abdullah 😩 You are LITERALLY the GOAT! How did I just discover you have a new book out. And by pure chance?! I picked up What Happens in the Dark and I’m in awe. A forever stan now! Everyone, you NEED to read it. Pure brilliance. As we say in Nigeria: Na you biko! 🙌📚✨

The world is failing the Palestinian people via Financial Times The FT calls for an end to the war and failing that sanctions on Netanyahu and his government. on.ft.com/3INduON

Have you read Any books by Kia Abdullah yet? You really should! Thrillers that really do make you think. Her books have made it to my 'Table of Temptation' 😁. Available via the website with FREE POSTAGE too!

It’s my UK publication day today and THIS BOOK, my 3rd novel is out in the world now! Estranged adult siblings, family secrets & a road trip down Route 66 & thru a divided America. I hope you’ll enjoy the journey. ‘Heartbreaking, beautiful & confronting’ — Sarah Winman #pubday

If you're in or around #Ruislip, join me and Hillingdon Libraries for coffee and crime on Friday 26th September, 3pm, Manor Farm Library. Tickets at discover.hillingdon.gov.uk/kia-abdullah?e….

According to the Watson School of International and Public Affairs in Rhode Island, more journalists have been killed in Gaza than in both world wars, the Vietnam war, the wars in Yugoslavia and the war in Afghanistan combined.

Book 5️⃣6️⃣ What Happens in the Dark - Kia Abdullah I’ve loved every book by Kia Abdullah and this one is no different. It tackles some controversial topics and definitely surprised me. That cliffhanger has me hoping there’s a sequel though?! #BookTwitter

I'm so looking forward to Bloody Scotland this year. It's one of my favourite literary festivals. Always such good vibes. If you're nearby, come and say hello! bloodyscotland.com/event/their-wo…

Famine has now been confirmed in Gaza. Over half a million people are facing the most devastating form of hunger, warns The Integrated Food Security Phase Classification. An immediate ceasefire and unhindered humanitarian access is imperative to save lives. wfp.org/news/famine-co… — via World Food Programme

.Kia Abdullah delivers another edge-of-your-seat thriller and courtroom drama in #WhatHappensInTheDark—available now! Get your copy today: bit.ly/3Js66si

DEAL: Waterstones are offering a 25% discount on paperback pre-orders of What Happens in the Dark. 14th-17th October only! Use OCTOBER25 at checkout. waterstones.com/book/what-happ…

Meet Kia Abdullah, the bestselling crime author who speaks to shamim chowdhury about her gripping new novel What Happens in the Dark. hyphenonline.com/2025/10/14/kia…