For our next issue, we are looking for articles, reviews, and author essays about crime fiction set in France.
DEADLINE: June 1, 2026
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. Add title and 2-3 sentence bio.
We’re also looking for reviews and
articles, too
Send submissions to janet @ mysteryreaders . org
Deadline: June 1, 2026.
Author Essays are first person, about yourself, your books, and the "French setting" 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 France in your mysteries. Be sure and cite specific titles, as well as how you use France in your books. Add title and 2-3 sentence bio.
Reviews: 50-250 words.
Articles: 500-1000 words.
Deadline: June 1, 2026
Send to: Janet Rudolph, Editor. janet @ mysteryreaders . org
Subject Line: Mysteries set in France
Please let me know if you're planning to send an article, review, or author essay--or if you have any questions!
Past issues on Mysteries set in France still available. Check out the Tables of Contents and sample articles or order now.
Themes in 2026: Fairs, Fetes, & Festivals; Mysteries set in France, Cross-Genre Mysteries; Mysteries set in India.
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And so many more... We are now in our 42nd 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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