# German crime literature and cultural updates

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/german-crime-literature-and-cultural-updates
> Updated: 2026-10-25T23:33:21.000Z. Sources: 4. Developments: 2.

Recent updates in the German literary and cultural scene highlight various crime fiction developments and film schedules. In Bergkamen, the ‘Mord am Hellweg’ crime literature festival features sessions such as ‘Romance meets Suspense’ and presentations of thriller excerpts. 

On the bestseller charts, Petra Hartlieb’s ‘Freunderlwirtschaft’ reached the number 10 spot, while Josh Winnings’ thriller ‘Verbrenn das Negativ’ reached third place for February 2026. Additionally, the Lichtgestalten film series has announced its autumn 2026 schedule, featuring international productions from several countries.

## Timeline

### 2026-10-25: Cultural events and literary updates in Germany

Josh Winnings' thriller ‘Verbrenn das Negativ’ hits third place on the crime bestseller list, while the Lichtgestalten film series announces its autumn 2026 lineup.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/cultural-events-and-literary-updates-in-germany

### 2026-10-17: Bergkamen crime festival and literary updates

The ‘Mord am Hellweg’ crime festival in Bergkamen continues with various author readings, while Petra Hartlieb’s crime novel ‘Freunderlwirtschaft’ enters the top 10 bestseller list.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/bergkamen-crime-festival-and-literary-updates

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