Crime writing competition

The CWA's prestigious competition for new crime writers is open for entries until 31 January

The Debut Dagger is aimed at writers who have not previously had a full-length novel published commercially.

The first prize is £700, and although winning the CWA Debut Dagger is not a guarantee of publication, agents and publishers have signed more than two dozen winners and shortlisted entrants in the 15 years of its existence.

Entrants should submit the opening of a crime novel up to 3,000 words and a synopsis.

There is a fee of £25 per entry. The closing date is 31 January.

Source: writers-online.co.uk