Mystery Websites

Open to new and experienced, published and not yet published writers. Includes newsletter and writing competition details.

A professional body which represents commercially published authors and people from related industries. Home of the Dagger Awards.

Tips for mystery writers on how to get the most out of libraries and the Web. Includes contemporary crime, criminal justice, and general research sources and strategies. By Barbara Fister.

Formed in the late 1980s by a group of writers who wanted a private forum for exchanging ideas.

Official site of suspense author Joan Hall Hovey with a note to inspire aspiring authors.

Mystery writers, mystery books, up and coming authors, chapter news and events.

A retired NYPD detective sergeant and author of the Criminal Investigative Function: A Guide for New Investigators published by Looseleaf Law, Inc.. Blog, interviews and articles.

Seeks to recognize writers and readers who promote and support short mysteries in the press, in other mystery organizations, and through awards.

A list for mystery writers who are members of Mystery Writers of America and live in the southeast region, US.

Offers membership and meeting details.

Resource site for suspense, crime, thriller, and mystery writers. Includes information for plotting and expert information to get the details correct. Site by Fiona Quinn.

A group for mystery readers, writers, and pre-published writers. Offers interesting speakers, a newsletter, and special field trips for members.