Growing up is a mystery. So perhaps it’s not surprising that people have been reading and enjoying juvenile and young adult mysteries for more than a century. Our panelists all write, or write about, girl sleuths, in stories that span a hundred years of American history. While these young women solve crimes in their community, the authors tackle important social/political […]
For our September chapter meeting, our virtual reading series continues with our members’ open mic. This virtual event takes place on Sept. 16 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. The theme for readers: What I Wrote This Summer. Want to read? The event can accommodate 12 readers. To request a slot at the reading, please email info@mwany.org no later than Sept. 12. Want to watch? The readings
Aspiring writers in mystery and its sub-genres: Now’s the time to apply for the Leon B. Burstein Scholarship. Applications are open until Oct. 7, 2020. And if you know an aspiring writer who could benefit, please share this with them! The scholarship offers financial support to aspiring mystery writers who live in the six states served by our chapter—Conn., Del.,
Here’s some information about a fun contest run by our fellow chapter out west: The 4th Annual RMMWA Six-Word Mystery Contest. Using only six words, write a mystery that fits one of five categories: Cozy, Hard-Boiled/Noir, Police Procedural, Romance/Lust and Thriller. Six dollars to enter one category, or submit to all five for $10. Complete information will be posted at www.rmmwa.org on Sept.
