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American Fiction Awards 2027 – Mystery/Suspense

American Book Fest

DeadlineMay 31, 2027
Pay / prize
Winner/finalist recognition (no cash stated)
Entry fee
$77 per title/category through Oct 31, 2026, then $89
Length
Published book
Eligibility & notes
English books/e-books with an ISBN or ASIN published 2022–2027; pre-pub copies welcome. Mystery/Suspense subcategories: general, cozy, hard-boiled/crime, historical, multicultural, procedurals, romantic suspense.
Last checked
2026-10-27

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