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MYSTERY AUTHORS WIN BIG Three unpublished authors each won the prestigious Leon Burstein Award—and $2,000—for their manuscript mysteries.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
MWA-NY Philadelphia Area Local Group Get-Together
To get started before autumn activities kick in, we scheduled the first get-together for the weekend before Labor Day at Moriarty’s Pub, a place that seems appropriate for MWA members to meet. PLUS-ONES WELCOME. LOCATION: Moriarty’s Pub (In the first-floor cove area)1116 Walnut StreetPhiladelphia PA 19107. DATE: Saturday, August 23, 202511:15 AM (Doors open at 11AM) Please RSVP by Thursday,
Mystery Authors Reading at 58th St. Branch of the New York Public Library a Success
A small but lively audience came to the 58th St. Library August 9 to hear MWA-NY members read. And when scheduled author Lyndsay Faye failed to show up, there was plenty of time for post-reading discussion. Katie Tietjen, an award-winning writer, teacher, and school librarian is an enthusiast for Frances Glessner Lee, one of the founders of forensic science. Katie
SAVE THE DATE: Metro New Jersey Local Group Get-Together – August 24
Metro New Jersey Get-Together!! Please join us on Sunday, August 24th to meet, greet, and share ideas with local members from the MWA-NY Chapter’s Metro New Jersey and surrounding areas. Come early to Upper Montclair, New Jersey, and stroll Valley Road and enjoy summertime in beautiful Alexander Park. Then join fellow writers for a tasty early dinner at nearby Veggie Heaven from
SAVE THE DATE: Mystery Authors to Read August 9 – 58th St. Branch of the New York Public Library
MYSTERY AUTHORS TO READ AUGUST 9 Five members of Mystery Writers of America (MWA) will read aloud from their work from noon to 2 p.m. on Saturday August 9, at the 58th St. branch of the New York Public Library. Lyndsay Faye is the author of seven novels and two short story collections. She lives in Ridgewood, Queens. Michael Northrop