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The Edgar Awards

Literary Prize · Genre · Founded 1946
B+

Good (B+) — Imprimatur Grade

The Edgar Awards are the reference mystery + crime fiction prizes. MWA-administered. Multi-decade institutional reputation.

83
Composite / 100
/ Subscore Breakdown · 5 Dimensions

Where this grade comes from.

Author Treatment
B+
Editorial Quality
B+
Sales / Distribution Reach
B
Adaptation Track Record
B+
Rights Posture
B+
/ Key Events & Disclosures

Timeline & positioning.

  • Founded 1946
  • Mystery Writers of America administration
  • Multiple categories
  • Multi-decade institutional standing

/ Best for

Mystery + crime fiction authors.

/ Watch out for

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