New Debut Novel Contest

How appropriate it is that publisher St. Martin’s Minotaur and the Mystery Writers of America should piggyback on all of the excitement surrounding this week’s Edgar Award events to announce their new first crime novel competition. As a joint news release explains, “This contest provides a previously unpublished writer an opportunity to launch his or her career with a major mystery imprint, St. Martin’s Minotaur. The winner will receive a one-book, $10,000 contract.” Contest rules, guidelines on eligibility, and information about requesting entry forms can be found here.