Mystery Conventions

by Deb Baker/Hannah Reed

Left Coast Crime is over for 2013. So is Love is Murder. But we still have some fine mystery conventions coming up this year. When I was a newbie, I went to as many as I could. And I met so many fine folks, made lasting friendships with other fans and even with some of the talented authors. The mystery community is the friendliest bunch you'll find anywhere. So if you go, walk right up to Sue Grafton and say hi. She will make time for you. So will Lee Child or Michael Connelly or Anne Perry. And the sleuth in you might even track down a Cozy Chick or two. Here's a short list of opportunities and the guest of honors.


Midwest Mystery  Showcase - April 26-27 - Waukesha, WI - Raymond Benson

Malice Domestic - May 3-5 - Bethesda, MD - Laurie R. King and Peter Robinson

Crimefest - May 30 - June 2 - Bistol, UK - Lee Child, Jeffery Deaver, Sue Grafton, P.D. James

Thrillerfest - July 10 - 11 - New York City - Michael Connelly, T. Jefferson Parker

Deadly Ink - Aug 2 - 4 - New Brunswick, NJ - Hank Phillippi Ryan, Toastmaster - Rosemary Harris

Killer Nashville - Aug 22 - 25 - Nashville, TN - Anne Perry

Bouchercon - Sept 19 - 22 - Albany, NY - Sue Grafton, P.C. Doherty

Magna cum Murder - Oct 25 - 27 - Indianapolis, IN - Steve Hamilton, Banquet Speaker, Hank Phillippi Ryan

Did I miss any? Are you going to any? Which one is your favorite?