
The Debuts
Read our blog posts from those who entered the Debut Dagger in the past. Were they successful? Did they get published? Their experiences might inspire you to enter the competition or provide handy tips.
Join the Debuts for special newsletters coming up to Debut Dagger deadline time.
You’ll also receive the CRA Newsletter and bi-monthly Case Files ezine, crammed with info for crime readers and writers.


Debut Dagger Success Story by Fiona McPhillips

‘The Importance of the Note on the Fridge’ by John Dean

Debut Dagger Longlists Advice

What Happened When I Won the Debut Dagger by Shelley Burr

Debut Dagger Webinar 11 November with ProWritingAid

How to Write Crime, Thriller and Mystery – 6 Nov, Online Event

Joffe Books New Publication Prize for Crime Writers of Colour

Shortlist Revealed Thursday 20 May

Debut Dagger Longlists (NB change of time) and Crime Writer’s Week

Announcement dates for Debut Dagger 2021
