Revels! MWA-NY Celebrates the Holidays!
MWA-NY members celebrate the holidays on Tuesday, November 11, with its annual Revels at the the Tailor Public House in Manhattan.
2025 Leon Burstein Award Winners: 3-Way Tie!
MYSTERY AUTHORS WIN BIG Three unpublished authors each won the prestigious Leon Burstein Award—and $2,000—for their manuscript mysteries. The award is judged and presented by the New York Chapter of Mystery Writers of America (MWA-NY). One judge said: Rain in Pittsburgh by John Dziuban “is unlike anything I’ve ever read! This noir work kept me off balance and transported me
Party! Revels 2025
REVELS 2025MWA-NY’s annual Revels party will be heldDate: November 11, 2025The Tailor Public House505 8th Ave, New York, NY 10018Revels is only a month away, and plus-ones are welcome. Don’t miss the fun. It’s only $35.70 per person, but spots are limited. Reserve yours today! Registration Link: https://www.paypal.com/ncp/payment/2P8M6FUKM9328
Delving Into Forensics in Morristown, NJ
MWA members, mystery aficionados and the intellectually curious gathered on October 25 at the Morristown & Morris Township Public Library in Morristown, NJ, for “Unlocking the Secrets of the Dead: Forensics,” a panel discussion moderated by MWA-NY President Nev March. The expert panel featured Lt. Art Weisgerber, the Commanding Officer of the Crime Scene/Identification Unit at the Norwalk, CT, Police
Talking the Art of Misdirection
MWA members and mystery lovers gathered on October 18 at the Lee Memorial Public Library in Allendale, NJ, for “Red Herrings: The Twist in the Tale,” a panel discussion moderated by MWA Board Member Carol Binkowski. The panel, comprising Tom Coffey, Peggy Ehrhart, and Charles Salzberg, explored how to employ red herrings to heighten tension and suspense to captivate readers. The discussion also delved into the
Exploring the Tantalizing World of Mysteries
MWA members, mystery aficionados, and aspiring writers gathered on September 13 at the Hoboken Public Library in Hoboken, NJ, for “The Mystery Genre: Its Evolution, Current Trends and The Future,” a panel discussion moderated by Jeff Markowitz. The panel, also comprising Rhonda Barnat, Gary Cahill, and Lori Robbins, delved into the genre’s history; memorable sleuths and villains; captivating storylines; and what devilish mayhem lies
July Crime Craft: The Art of World Building in Crime Fiction
Join USA Today bestselling author Rob Hart for a discussion on the Art of World Building in Crime Fiction at MWA NY’s July Crime Craft. Date and time: Tuesday, July 15, 6:00 p.m. Rob Hart is the author of Assassins Anonymous, The Warehouse, and The Paradox Hotel. He also wrote the Ash McKenna crime series, the short story collection Take-Out,
MWA-NY Northern New Jersey/Rockland-Westchester NY Area Get-Together and Brunch
Join us on Saturday, August 2, to meet and talk with fellow writers Enjoy a brunch-time meal (separate checks) while you meet your fellow writers and MWA-NY members. You’re welcome to bring a plus-one! PLEASE RSVP BY JULY 28th DATE: Saturday, August 2nd TIME: 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM WHERE: Shannon Rose Restaurant 1200 Route 17 North Ramsey, New Jersey
Manhattan Mystery Readings June 7 Drew Biggest Crowd Yet
Twenty people came to the 58th St. Library last Saturday to hear MWA-NY authors read from their work. Catherine Maiorisi is an award-winning author of romance, mystery, and general fiction. She is a member of Sisters in Crime, Mystery Writers of America, and the Golden Crown Literary Society. She writes the NYPD Detective Chiara Corelli mystery series featuring Corelli and