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Author Updates
Nev March’s ‘The Spanish Diplomat’s Secret’ published Sept. 12
Nev’s third book in her Captain Jim and Lady Diana series is out! There’s a killer onboard, and six days to find him to avoid international consequences. When a Spanish grandee is killed onboard a […]
‘Betrayed By The Truth,’ ninth book in Daniella Bernett’s series, out Oct. 7
“Betrayed By The Truth,” the ninth book in Daniella Bernett’s mystery series, is a lethal cocktail. Journalist Emmeline Kirby and her jewel thief/insurance investigator husband Gregory Longdon become targets after a desperate stranger asks them […]
Albert Tucher’s story featured in Alfred Hitchcock’s Mystery Magazine
Albert Tucher’s Officer Jenny Freitas/Big Island of Hawaii story “The English Major” appears in the September/October issue of Alfred Hitchcock’s Mystery Magazine.
Cathi Stoler’s ‘Nick of Time’ offers fast-paced international intrigue on June 23
Cathi Stoler’s “Nick of Time” is a fast-paced international suspense thriller featuring Nick Donahue, an American gambler living in London who is in Venice playing blackjack when he meets a beautiful woman in desperate need […]
‘Death on the Bijou,’ Tom Lubben’s second mystery novel, published in April
“Death on the Bijou,” Tom Lubben’s second mystery novel, was published in April. It focuses on the ongoing character BJ Gleeson, a struggling former teacher/ coach now morphing into a private investigator. BJ Gleeson is […]
News & Views
MWA Stands with the WGA
On May 2, 2023, the Writers Guild of America went on strike. “Writers are facing the most comprehensive assault on compensation and working conditions that they have seen in a generation,” the WGA stated. “The studios have taken advantage of the transition to streaming to underpay entertainment industry workers, including writers in every area of work. Like too many working […]
MWA-NY introduces Central Jersey get-together
Our chapter includes many members who are unable to attend MWA-NY events in Manhattan. Therefore, we’d like to offer a get-together in New Jersey. On Saturday, June 24, from 12.30 p.m. to 3 p.m., all MWA-NY chapter members are invited to a no-cost Meet-and-Greet in Bridgewater Library at 1 Vogt Drive, Bridgewater, NJ 08807. This is close to Route 287 and about a half hour from Princeton, Woodbridge […]
Registration opens for CrimeCONN 2023: ‘The Shape of Things to Come. The Future of Mystery Writing’
When have we ever been more curious about the future? As in, what the heck is going to happen to us next? If you’re a mystery writer, aspiring writer, or eager reader, here’s your opportunity to learn more. Join us for CrimeCONN:“The Shape Of Things To Come. The Future of Mystery Writing” on Saturday, May 6 at the Ferguson Library […]
Win your way to Writers Police Academy
I have some great news to share. Founder Lee Lofland is offering the New York chapter of MWA two free registrations to the Writers Police Academy, to be held June 8-11 in Green Bay, Wisconsin. Details of the Academy are here: Law enforcement and forensics training event for writers Travel, hotel and meals are not included in the offer, but […]
MWA-NY Mentor Program closes April 1
The 2023 MWA-NY Mentor Program is open March 1 to April 1. We invite all members of the New York Chapter of MWA to submit their work. One of last year’s mentees wrote: “(My Mentor) had some wonderful insights, questions and suggestions. Her advice is much appreciated. It will be extremely helpful in making my book more compelling, suspenseful and […]
Events
Upcoming Library Event! Criminal Tendencies: What Makes a ‘Good” Villain?
. Date: March 21, 2024 Time: 5:30-6:45 p.m Location: Harlem Public Library 9 West 124th Street Topic: Criminal Tendencies: […]
Harlem Public Library 9 West 124th Street,
Upcoming Literary Event! It Was a Dark and Stormy Night: How to (and How Not to) start your novel
April 20 Morris County Library 30 East Hanover Ave. in Whippany, N.J. 11 a.m. Morris County Library’s Local Author’s […]
Morris County Library,
30 East Hanover Ave.
Whippany, NJ
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Upcoming Literary Event! Plotting Intrigue
May 22 Maplewood Library Hilton Branch 1688 Springfield Ave., Maplewood, NJ 6:30 p.m. Plotting Intrigue Join us for an exploration into […]
Maplewood Lubrary Hilton Branch,
1688 Springfield Ave.
Maplewood, NJ
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