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Daphne du Maurier Award for Excellence in Mystery/Suspense

Romance Writers of America Mystery/Romantic Suspense Chapter #144,

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he Daphne du Maurier Award for Excellence in Mystery/Suspense is named for Daphne du Maurier, the author of Rebecca, a suspense novel with romantic and gothic overtones and a precursor to today’s romantic suspense. The writing contest is for published and unpublished authors of mystery, suspense, and thrillers with or without romantic subplots. The contest provides helpful feedback by trained judges. There are two divisions within the contest, published and unpublished, and 7 categories.


Submission Info

  • Cost to Enter: $15

  • Submission Deadline: Mar 31, 2026

  • Open to unpublished manuscripts

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