The 13th Letter, M is for Mesdames, Messieurs and…Murder
In the Spirit of 13, A spirited crime anthology
In the Key of 13, an anthology of music and murder
13 Claws, an anthology of crime stories
13 O’Clock, an anthology of crime stories
THIRTEEN, an anthology of crime stories
Catherine Astolfo
Rosemary Aubert, Mme Emerita
J.E. (Jayne) Barnard
Jane Burfield
M.H. Callway, Founder
Melodie Campbell
Donna Carrick, Founder
Lisa de Nikolits
Catherine Dunphy
Cheryl Freedman
Therese Greenwood
Marilyn Kay
Blair Keetch
Rosemary McCracken
Cat Mills
Marian Misters
Lynne Murphy
Mary M. Patterson, Mme Emerita
Ed Piwowarczyk
Rosalind Place
Lorna Poplak
Madona Skaff
Caro Soles
Kevin Thornton
Sylvia Maultash Warsh
Melissa Yi
Tag Archives: award winning writers
FEBRUARY STORY: Under the Lamplight by Kevin P. Thornton
Kevin lives in Fort McMurray, Alberta, the town that burned down in 2016. He now works as a writer and editor, having been a contractor for the Canadian military, a soldier in Africa and a worker of such peripatetic habits … Continue reading
MESDAMES ON THE MOVE, JANUARY 2025
HAPPY NEW YEAR, DEAR READERS! Our Mesdames and Messieurs are striding out in the wintry weather and going places with audiobooks, a flurry of stories and novels, our own anthology, readings for your entertainment and the promise of another Bony … Continue reading
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MESDAMES ON THE MOVE, NOVEMBER 2024
The Mesdames and Messieurs began November with the fabulous launch of their new anthology, The 13th Letter, at their favorite bookstore, Sleuth of Baker Street. They’ll also be the guests at this month’s Brews and Clues, hosted by Des Ryan. … Continue reading
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MESDAMES ON THE MOVE: MAY 2024
Wow! What a spring we’re having, dear readers! A new anthology for the fall, two members shortlisted for the 2024 Crime Writers of Canada Awards of Excellence, two book launches, interviews, a play and a friendly writing workshop and a … Continue reading
IN MEMORIAM: Rosemary Aubert
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of our dear friend and fellow Madame Rosemary Aubert on March 13, 2024. Rosemary was not only a gifted, award-winning author, she was a talented writing teacher. Many of her … Continue reading
MESDAMES ON THE MOVE, FEBRUARY 2024
DEAR READERS, February is more than hearts and chocolates. We have a big surprise for you this month. We also continue to publish new books/stories for your delight, do talks and readings and even a fun new play at the … Continue reading
NEWS FLASH: Mme Lorna Poplak at Town of York Historical Society
Lorna Poplak, our newest Mme, presents the darker side of Toronto’s history on Thursday, January 25th, 7 pm, when she talks about the infamous Don Jail. This is a ticketed real world event. Tickets are available through Eventbrite here.
NOVEMBER STORY: The Iron Princess by Therese Greenwood
Therese Greenwood is an award-winning author of short stories and non-fiction. Her crime fiction has appeared many times in leading mystery publication, Ellery Queen Magazine. Enjoy her collected work in Kill as You Go (Coffin Hop Press). In 2019 her … Continue reading
NEWS FLASH: Mme Lisa de Nikolits to Host Tartan Turban on September 22nd!
Mark your calendars! Mme Lisa de Nikolits is curating the next Tartan Turban Secret Readings on Friday, September 22nd at 7 pm, Ste 301, 577 Kingston Road, Toronto. The event features writers, Anita Jack-Davies, Rummana Chowdry, Mark Sampson and Gavin … Continue reading
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AUGUST STORY: Watermelon Weekend by Donna Carrick
Author, publisher, editor, podcaster, mentor to emerging authors – Donna Carrick is our Renaissance person! And, of course, she is the co-founder of the Mesdames and Messieurs of Mayhem. Donna is the award-winning author of three novels and a collection … Continue reading
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