The Southern California Chapter of the Mystery Writers of America (SoCalMWA) supports and promotes the careers of published and aspiring mystery and thriller authors in California and Nevada below the 36th parallel, as well as all of Arizona and Hawaii. Learn more about us »
We have more than 300 members. Our members directory shows a (work-in-progress) list, with book covers and links to author websites. View member directory »
JUNE 11, 2021 – FRIDAY, 7-8:30 PM PST VIRTUAL VIA CROWDCAST Join SoCalMWA to hear LA-based authors discuss how the history of Los Angeles inspires their work. CLICK HERE TO REGISTER FOR THIS FREE EVENT VIA CROWDCAST Moderated by MWA Board member Ona Russell Ona Russell is the author of the recently released L.A. based […] Find out more »
It’s Virtual, It’s Free, It’s Coming June 12 & 13, 2021. The California Crime Writer’s Conference (CCWC) will feature Guest of Honor Cara Black, and bestselling authors Victoria Thompson, Deborah Crombie, Anne Perry, Jeffery Deaver, and Rachel Howzell Hall. Sunday will be devoted to manuscript critiques by experienced agents and editors. To learn more and to register go to ccwconference.org Find out more »
The MWA was established in 1945 by a dozen or so like-minded mystery writers for the purpose of promoting and protecting the interests and welfare of mystery writers and to increase the esteem and literary recognition given to the genre.
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