Mystery Writers of America
literary organization
Also known as: MWA
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The Mystery Writers of America (MWA) is a professional organization established in 1945 to promote and enhance the standards of mystery writing. Named in honor of Edgar Allan Poe, who is credited with creating the detective story, the MWA presents the annual Edgar Awards to recognize excellence in the genre. The first Edgar Awards ceremony took place in 1946.123
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