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The Crime Writers' Association @thecwa.bsky.social · 13h

Making Tax Digital is changing how many self-employed people – like authors – manage their records & returns. Join Andrew Subramaniam this Thursday for a practical intro tailored to writers. 📅 15 Oct ⏰ 7pm 📍 Zoom 💰 Free for members, £10 for non-members 🎟️ buff.ly/Bgud1tc

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The Crime Writers' Association @thecwa.bsky.social · 22h

We offer advertising slots on our website, newsletters, member’s magazine and on our social media channels - it’s an affordable way to get your book, product or service in front of thousands of crime writers and readers. Head to buff.ly/KbKFB12 to find out more, or drop us a DM.

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The Crime Writers' Association @thecwa.bsky.social · 12/10/2026

📚 Happy publication day to Heidi Field with ‘The Other Daughter’! Congratulations on your book launch - we hope this new book flies off the shelves 🎉 #CrimeBooks #NewBooks #CrimeFiction

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The Crime Writers' Association @thecwa.bsky.social · 11/10/2026

Thank you to everyone who joined our first Autumn Writers’ Clinic – we hope you got plenty out of it! Next up: Making Tax Digital with Andrew Subramaniam on 15 October: buff.ly/cwoG7Vf Not just for crime writers! #WritingCommunity #CoursesForAuthors #AuthorTaxReturns

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The Crime Writers' Association @thecwa.bsky.social · 10/10/2026

Are you a bookseller who stocks crime books? This #BookshopDay, we'd like to invite you to join our Bookseller Crime Circle, where we can help you promote crime fiction, connect with local crime authors and reach committed crime readers. buff.ly/xUS9yAC

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The Crime Writers' Association @thecwa.bsky.social · 09/10/2026

Tomorrow is #BookshopDay! We're joining @booksaremybag and celebrating bookshops in all their glory. Here’s your to-do list… 🔲Visit your local bookshop 🔲Pick up a new crime read 🔲Grab your exclusive Bookshop Day tote bag 🔲Tag @booksaremybag and @crimewritersassoc in a photo of your haul!

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The Crime Writers' Association @thecwa.bsky.social · 09/10/2026

📚 Happy publication day to LH Stacey with ‘The Hiding Place’! Congratulations on your book launch - we hope this new book flies off the shelves 🎉 Book lovers, grab your copy here 👉 buff.ly/afR6Jhq #CrimeBooks #NewBooks #CrimeFiction

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The Crime Writers' Association @thecwa.bsky.social · 08/10/2026

📚 Happy publication day to Alys Cummings (@alyseliza.bsky.social) with ‘Murder Most Cryptic’! Congratulations on your book launch - we hope this new book flies off the shelves 🎉 Book lovers, grab your copy here 👉 buff.ly/HTfwVAM #CrimeBooks #NewBooks #CrimeFiction

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Ben Bruce @therealbenbruce.bsky.social · 08/10/2026

Incredibly useful CWA @thecwa.bsky.social webinar last night from Stella Oni - @stellaonithewriter.bsky.social on public speaking. Came out of it with some excellent techniques, ideas and strategies, all of which have made me feel empowered to do more of what I know I need to.

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The Crime Writers' Association @thecwa.bsky.social · 08/10/2026

📚 Happy publication day to Jacqueline Harrett with ‘In Deep Waters’! Congratulations on your book launch - we hope this new book flies off the shelves 🎉 Book lovers, grab your copy here 👉 buff.ly/9IHBeku

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The Crime Writers' Association @thecwa.bsky.social · 07/10/2026

Independent, self-published, and aspiring authors, enter your 250-word synopsis for a chance at a cash scholarship. Deadline: 24 October 2026. Find more information, details, and application form at: buff.ly/UdOO09f

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The Crime Writers' Association @thecwa.bsky.social · 06/10/2026

📚 Happy publication day to Renita D'Silva with ‘Good Twin Bad Twin’! Congratulations on your book launch - we hope this new book flies off the shelves 🎉 #CrimeBooks #NewBooks #CrimeFiction

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The Crime Writers' Association @thecwa.bsky.social · 06/10/2026

Did you know you can submit your own work to the Daggers? It doesn’t have to be submitted by your publisher! All members can submit (trad & indie). Not a member? You may only submit trad published work. Subs are open & we’d love to see your work! buff.ly/ZV8mI4x

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The Crime Writers' Association @thecwa.bsky.social · 06/10/2026

Tomorrow: #PublicSpeaking with Stella Oni. If author talks, panels or interviews are on your horizon, this one-hour author masterclass is for you. Not just for #CrimeWriters! 📅 7 October ⏰ 7pm 📍 Zoom 💰 Free for CWA members, £10 for non-members 🎟️ Link in bio – book now #WritingCommunity

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The Crime Writers' Association @thecwa.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

We're now open for Dagger in the Library nominations! 📚 ⚔️ This Dagger is for a body of work by a crime writer who has long been popular with borrowers, and regularly supports libraries through taking part in events. buff.ly/FPwUGgw

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The Crime Writers' Association @thecwa.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

We're now open for Diamond Dagger nominations from CWA members! 💎⚔️ The Diamond Dagger recognises authors whose crime writing careers have been marked by sustained excellence, and who have made a significant contribution to the genre. buff.ly/X9x8FNV

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The Crime Writers' Association @thecwa.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

📚 Happy publication day to Penny Hancock with ‘The Ingenious Miss Sly’! Congratulations on your book launch - we hope this new book flies off the shelves 🎉 #CrimeBooks #NewBooks #CrimeFiction

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The Crime Writers' Association @thecwa.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

📚 Happy publication day to Susan Brownrigg with ‘The Secret of Abney Hall’! Congratulations on your book launch - we hope this new book flies off the shelves 🎉 Book lovers, grab your copy here 👉 buff.ly/aYFdquQ #CrimeBooks #NewBooks #CrimeFiction

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The Crime Writers' Association @thecwa.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

📚 Happy publication day to Susan Parry with ‘Remote Force’! Congratulations on your book launch - we hope this new book flies off the shelves 🎉 #CrimeBooks #NewBooks #CrimeFiction

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The Crime Writers' Association @thecwa.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

📚 Happy publication day to Bryan J Mason (@bryanjmason.bsky.social) with ‘There Are No Happy Endings’! Congratulations on your book launch - we hope this new book flies off the shelves 🎉 #CrimeBooks #NewBooks #CrimeFiction

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The Crime Writers' Association @thecwa.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

📚 Happy publication day to Gianetta Murray (@gianettamurray.bsky.social) with ‘Shipped to Slaughter’! Congratulations on your book launch - we hope this new book flies off the shelves 🎉 #CrimeBooks #NewBooks #CrimeFiction

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The Crime Writers' Association @thecwa.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

The CWA Read of the Month for October is 'The Haunted Tapstry' by Sarah Rayne! Read more here: buff.ly/sppY0WK #TheCWA #ReadoftheMonth #SarahRayne #TheHauntedTapestry

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The Crime Writers' Association @thecwa.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

The CWA's Featured Author for October is JL Campbell! JL Campbell is the author of more than 50 books, as well as a certified editor and book coach. Read more at: buff.ly/AYTVByY

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The Crime Writers' Association @thecwa.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

Does speaking about your books in podcast and radio interviews, on author panels and at book events fill you with nerves? Join Stella Oni on Wednesday 7 October, 7pm, for a practical author masterclass on public speaking and build your confidence (Zoom). buff.ly/wmQ14ao

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The Crime Writers' Association @thecwa.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

Did you know the work of authors shortlisted for the Emerging Author Dagger are sent to publishers & agents? Many shortlisted authors have gone on to secure an agent/publishing deal, inc. MW Craven, Victoria Selman, Amer Anwar & Sherryl Clark. On the fence about submitting? Take this as your sign!

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The Crime Writers' Association @thecwa.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

📚 Happy publication day to Saskia van der Zee with ‘Bones of Caer Caradoc’! Congratulations on your book launch - we hope this new book flies off the shelves 🎉 #CrimeBooks #NewBooks #CrimeFiction

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The Crime Writers' Association @thecwa.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

📚 Happy publication day to Nadija Mujagic with ‘Gone: A Psychological Thriller’! Congratulations on your book launch - we hope this new book flies off the shelves 🎉

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The Crime Writers' Association @thecwa.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

What’s the hardest part of public speaking on author panels, appearing on podcasts or radio, or taking part in book events: nerves, knowing what to say, answering questions on the spot, imposter syndrome, actually remembering to promote your book, or something else? #WritingCommunity

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Ben Bruce @therealbenbruce.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

The CWA - @thecwa.bsky.social are doing some incredible courses this autumn for members and non-members alike. There's a load of really useful stuff, genuinely could have enrolled on them all. shop.thecwa.co.uk/product-cate...

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The Crime Writers' Association @thecwa.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

CWA members: your code to book these for free will be landing in your inboxes shortly!

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The Crime Writers' Association @thecwa.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

Our Autumn Writers’ Clinics are free for CWA members (£10 non-members). Members can also access catch-up recordings of these author masterclasses, and you don’t need to be a crime author to attend. 📅 7 October – 24 November ⏰ 7pm 📍 Zoom 🎟️ Book now: buff.ly/wmQ14ao

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The Crime Writers' Association @thecwa.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

One month to go until Only Murders in the Library at #Hampshire Libraries! We're excited to see so many CWA members on these panels: Vaseem Khan, Louise Candlish, TM Logan, Katy Watson, Hannah Dennison, Tom Hindle, Cara Hunter and Tim Sullivan. buff.ly/NgpguzF

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The Crime Writers' Association @thecwa.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

📚 Happy publication day to Sarah Rayne with ‘The Haunted Tapestry’! Congratulations on your book launch - we hope this new book flies off the shelves 🎉

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The Crime Writers' Association @thecwa.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

📚 Happy publication day to Ruth Dugdall with ‘Mother Missing’! Congratulations on your book launch - we hope this new book flies off the shelves 🎉 Book lovers, grab your copy here 👉 buff.ly/eq9t4be

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The Crime Writers' Association @thecwa.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

📚 Happy publication day to Sheila Bugler (@sheilabuglerauthor) with ‘The Stepmother’! Congratulations on your book launch - we hope this new book flies off the shelves 🎉 Book lovers, grab your copy here 👉 buff.ly/IwiwXJS

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The Crime Writers' Association @thecwa.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

All CWA members receive Red Herrings, a monthly magazine packed with articles, interviews, news and events. It isn’t just for crime writers – it’s written by crime writers and all members are encouraged to submit articles. Members - we love reading your submissions, so drop us a DM to get involved!

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The Crime Writers' Association @thecwa.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

📚 HAPPY PUBLICATION DAY to CJ Carver with ‘Secrets of the Missing’! Congratulations on your book launch - we hope this new book flies off the shelves 🎉

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The Crime Writers' Association @thecwa.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

We hope everyone who went to @bloodyscotland.bsky.social had a brilliant time! What was your highlight?

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The Crime Writers' Association @thecwa.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

Six practical online author masterclasses. Seven expert speakers. One complete programme to help writers build confidence, understand the business and reach more readers. 📅 7 October – 24 November ⏰ 7pm 💰 Free for CWA members, £10 for non-members 🎟️ Booking links to follow

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The Crime Writers' Association @thecwa.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

True Crime Fans, don't miss True Crime Forum, 10 October in Newcastle Upon Tyne. More information at: buff.ly/FTNja7s

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The Crime Writers' Association @thecwa.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

Coastal crime is giving one lucky crime-fiction fan the chance to win a free ticket to Coastal Crime 2027. Enter at buff.ly/ruzHsEE. Good luck!

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The Crime Writers' Association @thecwa.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

📚 HAPPY PUBLICATION DAY to Mary-Jane Riley with ‘Beattie Cavendish and the Highland Hideaway’! Congratulations on your book launch - we hope this new book flies off the shelves 🎉 Book lovers, grab your copy here 👉 buff.ly/9O8uD3d

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The Crime Writers' Association @thecwa.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

You'll get updates via email newsletters - I believe there was a call out recently but will need to check when I'm back at my desk. If you email me at secretary@thecwa.co.uk I'll send you the latest!

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Roland Moore @rolandmooretv.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

Pleased to have one of my crime stories in the Guilty Secrets anthology. Thanks @thecwa.bsky.social

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The Crime Writers' Association @thecwa.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

📚 Happy publication day to DB Carew with ‘The Unhinged’! Congratulations on your book launch - we hope this new book flies off the shelves 🎉 Book lovers, grab your copy here 👉 buff.ly/d2uHNWN

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The Crime Writers' Association @thecwa.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

CWA members are regularly invited to submit short stories for consideration in our anthologies. With a mix of experienced and emerging authors, these showcase *serious* talent. Want to see your work considered? Make sure you get involved next time! buff.ly/slfsV4q

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The Crime Writers' Association @thecwa.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

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The Crime Writers' Association @thecwa.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

📚 Happy publication day to Stephen Cox (@stephencoxauthor.bsky.social) with ‘The Crooked Medium's Guide to Terror’! Congratulations on your book launch - we hope this new book flies off the shelves 🎉

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