Edgar Awards

The Edgar Awards are prestigious honors given annually by the Mystery Writers of America to recognize outstanding achievements in the mystery, crime, and suspense genres. Named after Edgar Allan Poe, they celebrate exceptional writing, including novels, short stories, and best critical works. The awards highlight creativity and craftsmanship among authors and producers, and are highly regarded within the literary community. Winning an Edgar signals recognition for excellence in creating compelling mysteries that captivate readers and contribute significantly to the genre.