Competition for crime novelists

Write an intro to a crime novel to win a place on a weekend intensive course with M.R. Hall plus a detailed critique from Mantle editor Sophie Orme and a package of crime novels

The competition is part of The Seven Secrets of Crime Writing, M.R. Hall's free series of crime-writing tutorials which can be accessed through his Facebook page.

The contest is for an attention-grabbing opening to a crime novel.

For a chance to win the bundle of prizes, like M.R. Hall's page and upload your entry.

The closing date is 30 April.

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