The Crime Writers’ Association Debut Dagger Competition for 2011 will run from 30th October 2010 to 5th February 2011.
This Award is open to all writers who have not had a novel published commercially. Entrants are required to submit the first 3000 words of their crime-themed novel, plus a 500/1000 word synopsis. Since its inauguration, two dozen winners and short-listed authors have obtained publishing contracts. It’s a wonderful opportunity for would-be crime writers to jump the slush pile and get their work seen by leading editors and agents.
Further details can be found the web-site at www.thecwa.co.uk (click the ‘Debut Dagger’ link).
Liz Evans
Chair – Debut Dagger