Tag Archives: suspense

2019: WOW WHAT A YEAR!

Posted on January 3, 2020 by mesdamesofmayhem

Happy New Year Readers! The Mesdames of Mayhem had an absolutely stellar year in 2019. We were the subject of a CBC documentary: Meet the women who love murder | The Mesdames of Mayhem. We launched our fourth anthology, In … Continue reading →

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2018: WOW WHAT A YEAR!

Posted on January 1, 2019 by mesdamesofmayhem

Happy New Year Readers! In 2018, the Mesdames of Mayhem came into their own. We had a truly fabulous year: a major new venture, awards and critical recognition and many book and story publications. We’re looking forward to another terrific … Continue reading →

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2017: WOW WHAT A YEAR!

Posted on December 29, 2017 by mesdamesofmayhem

Happy New Year Readers! 2017 was another busy year for the Mesdames filled with new book launches, authors conferences, events and readings. Our Third Anthology! THE EVENT of 2017 was the publication and smash launch of our third anthology, 13 … Continue reading →

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WOW! WHAT A LAUNCH!

Posted on November 18, 2017 by mesdamesofmayhem

The launch of 13 Claws on Saturday, October 28th was a huge success. And here are the promised pics and write-up of our event! Sleuth of Baker Street was the place to be on Saturday, Oct. 28th when the Mesdames … Continue reading →

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MESDAMES ON THE MOVE: SEPTEMBER

Posted on August 31, 2017 by mesdamesofmayhem

WE’RE BACK!! And Fall 2017 is going to be hot and super busy for The Mesdames. BIG NEWS! Our first Big News item: 13 Claws, our latest anthology is going to press! We have received a wonderful endorsement from renowned Canadian … Continue reading →

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Mesdames on the Move-May 2017

Posted on April 30, 2017 by mesdamesofmayhem

AND THE WINNER IS: For our upcoming anthology, 13 Claws, the Mesdames ran a contest for authors who had never before published a crime fiction story. We had a large number of quality entries so the decision was not easy. We’re delighted to announce … Continue reading →

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Mesdames on the Move-Jan. 2017

Posted on January 8, 2017 by mesdamesofmayhem

It’s 2017! How did that happen? The Mesdames of Mayhem are getting back to work after a holiday break, teaching classes, appearing on panels and encouraging the public to read more books. We hope everyone gave and received lots of … Continue reading →

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WOW! 2016 What a Year!

Posted on December 31, 2016 by mesdamesofmayhem

FABULOUS EVENTS!! The Mesdames sponsored and attended numerous book launches, readings and public events in 2016. Our highlight of the year was Sept 25th at Word on the Street, Toronto’s classic book fair in support of writers, readers and literacy. We had our booth … Continue reading →

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HAPPY HOLIDAYS FROM THE MESDAMES!

Posted on November 30, 2016 by mesdamesofmayhem

This year, 2016, was another terrific year for the Mesdames with several new books and short stories published! We love our readers – we wouldn’t be here without you. There’s no greater reward than hearing: “I loved your characters – I couldn’t … Continue reading →

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Mesdames Salute Sisters in Crime

Posted on November 10, 2016 by mesdamesofmayhem

REMEMBERING OUR ROOTS By Editor: Lynne Murphy In October of 1992 Bouchercon was held in Toronto for the first time. On the opening evening there was a dinner, hosted by Sisters in Crime International, and Sara Paretsky was the main speaker. … Continue reading →