Welcome To The

Florida Chapter of Mystery Writers of America

FMWA is an organization of published and aspiring authors, booksellers, readers, and other industry professionals pursuing a career in or with an interest in crime fiction.

What we do

Monthly Meetings

Compelling and informative speakers

Sleuthfest

Premier annual conference for writers and fans of mysteries, thrillers, and crime fiction

Critique Groups

Practical feedback from peers

Book Fairs & Festivals

Members participate in events across Florida

Newsletter

The monthly Rap Sheet is full of helpful information

Advice and Guidance

Online discussion group and mentorship

Recent Books by Our Members

Why join?

Membership in MWA provides numerous benefits to published and aspiring authors and others in publishing.

From Our Members

“If you’re looking for a great place to learn about mystery writing and connect with other mystery lovers, there’s really only one choice: Mystery Writers of America!”

Alan Orloff

Author and FL-MWA President

“Mystery Writers of America is an invaluable resource for anyone who wants infromation, advice, and cameraderie to progress their writing career.”

JD Allen

Author and FL-MWA Vice President

“The network of writers I’ve found via the chapter meetings and through SleuthFest has been essential to my craft and to navigating the business of writing. ”

Raquel V. Reyes

Author and SleuthFest Co-Chair

“Gathering, talking, and sitting together in a Mystery Writers of America Florida Chapter meeting; while sharing thoughts, learning, and enjoying a sense of camaraderie created by being surrounded with one’s peers, cannot be adequately described using words alone.”

David Wind

Author and Former Chapter President

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