November 25, 2024

 

Happy Thanksgiving

 

Thanksgiving is a wonderful opportunity to gather with family and friends, reflecting on all we have to be thankful for. It's also a perfect time to celebrate the incredible mystery community—a vibrant network of readers, fans, and authors that has flourished over the past 56 years.

 

A heartfelt thank-you to the friends of our namesake, Anthony Boucher, whose vision and friends brought the very first Bouchercon to life.

BLOOD ON THE BAYOU: CASE CLOSED ANTHOLOGY

Our judges are currently reviewing all the submissions for Bouchercon's Blood on the Bayou Anthology. We thank everyone who submitted their stories.

EXCITING EVENTS COMING YOUR WAY

Get ready for an unforgettable New Orleans Bouchercon 2025! We’re thrilled to announce plans for a spectacular 2nd Line Parade. The festivities will kick off with a lively march from the Marriott to the World War II Museum, where the Opening Ceremonies will take place. Stay tuned for more updates on this exciting event!

 

Other highlights include Speed Dating, Cocktails and Cozies, the Library Event (Free Books), the much-anticipated return of the Underrepresented Voices event and more. Get ready to enjoy this fabulous lineup which will make this convention truly unforgettable!

BUDDY SYSTEM

Don’t forget to join the Buddy System! Meet your new buddy at Bouchercon 101 on Wednesday, September 3rd, and get ready to share everything Bouchercon has to offer. Help them navigate the thrilling events, panels, and countless exciting opportunities awaiting them!

 

First time attendees are welcome to send questions to the email below.

 

Email: bouchercon2025@bouchercon.com if you are interested.

DEBUT MYSTERY AUTHOR BREAKFAST

-Exciting news about the Debut Authors' Breakfast! Tentatively scheduled for Saturday morning from 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM, we’re thrilled to announce this year’s event is once again generously sponsored by Michael Connelly, Lee Child, and Andrew Child.

 

This year, Michael Connelly will be hosting the Debut Authors' Breakfast, and we’re excited for another successful event! Stay tuned to our newsletters, as we’ll soon be asking debut authors who wish to participate to sign up. There's room for 30 authors, and there is a first-come first-served policy.

ANTHONY AWARD CATEGORIES

Best Hardcover Novel

 

Best First Novel

 

Best Paperback Original/E-Book/Audiobook Original Novel

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Best Short Story

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Best Juvenile/Young Adult

 

Best Critical or Nonfiction Work

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Best Anthology or Collection

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Best Historical

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Best Paranormal

 

Best Cozy or Humorous

 

MARRIOTT HOTEL - HOST HOTEL

The Marriott Hotel at 555 Canal Street will be our host hotel, offering beautiful accommodations and easy navigation. You must be registered for the convention, to get the fantastic convention rate of $179.00/night. If you need a scooter, please inform connie@perryco.biz in advance, and she'll arrange for you to have a scooter upon arrival.

For all inquiries and registration details for Bouchercon New Orleans 2025, please contact bouchercon2025@bouchercon.com. If you encounter any issues, feel free to email connie@perryco.biz or call 337-319-5783.

 

If you have registered, please check to see if your name is listed and correct on our website, bouchercon2025.com. If not, please send an email to bouchercon2025@bouchercon.com to have it changed.

 

Cancellations: Send email to bouchercon2025reg@bouchercon.com.

 

Be sure to read all newsletters, and don’t hesitate to reach out with any questions.

 

Have a wonderful Thanksgiving!

 

Looking forward to seeing you in New Orleans,

 

Heather Graham

Chair New Orleans 2025