The Australian Crime Writers Association is dedicated to promoting greater recognition for crime, thriller and mystery writing in Australia and to protect the general professional interests of all creators of crime and mystery works.

Entries!
Entries for the 2025 Ned Kelly Awards for crime writing open 15 March 2025! The categories are:
Best Crime Fiction, Best Debut Crime Fiction, Best International Crime Fiction, Best True Crime.
(Closing April 15, 2025)
Latest News
The Australian Crime Writers Association is proud to launch the 2025 Ned Kelly Awards for Australian crime writers.
The winner of The Louie Award 2025 is KT Major for her story - Bitter. And our two highly commended writers: Simon Rowe for his story - Taut, and Heidi Catherine for her story - Exposed.
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New Releases
A selection of new titles written and published by Australian Crime Writers Association members.
When the body of a young woman is discovered at an outdoor music festival, Detective Kay Hunter’s investigation stalls almost as soon as it starts. Because the killer has left no trace, and the victim’s identity is unknown...
Publisher: Saxon Publishing
Published: 3 February 25
In a fast paced thriller set amidst Cold War-era geopolitics and secret military operations, Mike McAllister (RAF SIB) is sent from the UK to investigate a national security breach at a top-secret AUS-UK defence facility in South Australia, triggering an unforgettable story of loyalty, courage, conspiracy and betrayal.
Publisher: Alex Auburn
Published: 6 September 2024
A hitman for hire learns he has cancer; with only weeks to live, he struggles to leave his life of crime.
Publisher: AOS Publishers (Canada)
Published: 8 October 2024
When Detective Mark Turpin is assigned the task of investigating the death of a local businessman, the case is first thought to be one of accidental drowning. Until a bullet hole is found where the victim fell into the River Thames.
Publisher Saxon Publishing
Published 21 October 2024
"Backup is Three Hours Away" by Mark 'Trigger' Tregellas is a gripping true crime memoir. It chronicles nearly three decades of policing Victoria's remote coast, revealing tragedy, laughter, adventure, and danger. Trigger's courageous service, despite severe injuries and PTSD, showcases a resilient, inspirational journey in law enforcement.
Publisher: Big Sky Publishing
Published: 5 June 2024