Criminal Contenders

Read blog posts from writers who have entered the Emerging Author Dagger in the past. Were they successful? Did they get published? Their experiences might just give you the inspiration you need to enter, and help you prepare a stronger submission for this crime novel competition.

Join the Criminal Contenders for special newsletters as the Emerging Author Dagger deadline approaches. You’ll also receive the monthly Crime Writers’ Association Readers News, packed with useful information for crime readers and writers alike.

If you’re looking for writing advice, take a look at our Crime Writing Tips, visit Criminal Critiques for a Mini Critique of your Emerging Author Dagger entry, or explore Criminal Editing from our sponsor Fiction Feedback, including tailored packages for competition submissions.

Join the Criminal Contenders for special newsletters coming up to Emerging Author Dagger deadline time.
You’ll also receive the CWA Readers Newsletter and bi-monthly Case Files ezine, crammed with info for crime readers and writers.