“Where the Upper Hudson Crime and Mystery Community Connects”
The Upper Hudson Chapter of Sisters in Crime is open to everyone who reads or writes mysteries. Mavens of Mayhem is a chapter of the international organization Sisters in Crime. We are authors, readers, publishers, agents, booksellers, and librarians bound by our passion for the mystery genre and our support of women who write mysteries. We welcome Sisters and Siblings in Crime from anywhere who have an interest in the mystery community.
Cheryl Hurd – Award for Unpublished Mystery Writers
Cheryl Hurd, an accomplished special needs educator, disability advocate, and academic author, joined the Mavens of Mayhem, Upper Hudson Chapter of Sisters in Crime to add mystery writer to her long list of accomplishments. Cheryl passed away unexpectedly in December 2024 before realizing her dream.
To encourage other new writers, in Cheryl’s memory the Mavens have established an annual award to provide one (1) year free SinC membership and Mavens membership.
Applications are due by November 15th and will be reviewed by Mavens Executive Committee. The award winner will be notified by December 10th.
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