In a press release this morning, the Mystery Writers of America announced that Dorothy Gilman, author of the Mrs. Pollifax series of suspense spy novels, has been chosen as the recipient of the 2010 Grand Master Award. MWA's Grand Master Award represents the pinnacle of achievement in mystery writing and was established to acknowledge important contributions to this genre, as well as significant output of consistently high-quality material. Gilman, a New Jersey native, has written and contributed to over 30 books that feature uncommon and unique characters. Her writing has continually kept readers coming back for 60 years.
"What a lovely surprise!" Gilman said. "The list of past Grand Masters is like a Who's Who of the great mystery writers of the last century. To be chosen for this award by my professional peers has to be the greatest honor of my 60 years as an author. Thank you, Mystery Writers of America! And thank you, too, for your important work on behalf of our profession."
The MWA also announced that the Raven Award is being shared by Broadway producer Zev Buffman and the Mystery Lovers Bookshop of Oakmont (PA). The Raven Award recognizes achievement in the mystery field outside of creative writing.
Finally, the 2010 Ellery Queen Award, which recognizes editors or publishers who have distinguished themselves by their support of the genre, is being given to Barbara Peters and Robert Rosenwald of Poisoned Pen Press.
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