For our next issue, we are looking for crime fiction set in Northern California.
If you have a mystery
that fits this theme, please consider writing an Author! Author! essay: 500–1500
words, first person, up-close and personal
about yourself, your books, and the theme
connection. 
We’re also looking for reviews and
articles.
Send submissions to janet @ mysteryreaders.org
Deadline: September 1, 2025.
Author Essays are first person, about yourself, your books, and the "NorCal" connection. 500-1000 words. Treat this as if you're chatting with friends and other writers in the bar or cafe (or on zoom) about your work and the "Northern California" setting in your mysteries. Be sure and cite specific titles, as well as how you use Northern California in your books. Add title and 2-3 sentence bio.
Reviews: 50-250 words.
Articles: 500-1000 words.
Deadline: September 1, 2025
Send to: Janet Rudolph, Editor. janet @ mysteryreaders . org
Please let me know if you're planning to send an article, review, or author essay--or if you have any questions!
Themes in 2025: London Mysteries 2; Retail Mysteries; Northern California Mysteries; Cross-Genre Mysteries.
Southern California: Mystery Readers Journal
Senior Sleuths: Mystery Readers Journal
Irish Mysteries: Mystery Readers Journal
Hobbies & Crafts in Mysteries: Mystery Readers Journal
And so many more... We are now in our 41st year. 4 themed issues a year!
Have a look at our index of fabulous issues with articles, reviews, and essays from your favorite authors and reviewers.
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