American Crime Writers League – Formed in the late 1980s by a group of writers who wanted a forum for exchanging ideas. Includes membership information, book list and information about members.
The Arsenic and Oolong Society – Indianapolis-based mystery fan club with world-wide membership. Includes articles, reviews and discussion.
The Crime Writers of Canada (CWC) – National association for professional practitioners of the crime writing genre in Canada. Offers news and information about members and their books.
Crime Writers of Great Britain – Professional body which sets out to represent writers of crime fiction and non-fiction. Features author profiles and membership information.
Mystery Writers of America – Sponsors symposia and mystery conferences, presents the Edgar Awards and provides information for mystery writers. Site includes membership details, bylaws, information about regional chapters, and links to author websites.
RWA Kiss of Death – Group that promotes the reading and writing of suspense and mystery fiction with strong romantic elements. Includes newsletter excerpt, membership details, member directory, and list of new releases.
The Troutbeck Society – Promotes the enjoyment of detective literature, and named after Ruth Dudley Edwards’ heroine. Based in London and Cambridge, Great Britain. Event details, membership information, and list of committee members are available.
