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Welcome writers and readers! We are the Sacramento, California chapter of Sisters in Crime, an international mystery writers organization dedicated to enhancing visibility and representation of diverse voices in the genre and across the marketplace.

Crime Time at Wild Sisters Book Co.

In Person, Saturday, May 5 at 2 p.m.

Please join our host, Myra Jolivet, for our Crime Time event on Sunday, May 5th from 2 to 3 pm at Wild Sisters Book Company's new location at 3325 Folsom Blvd. in Sacramento. It's a chance for local crime writers to sit around and chat about writing and publishing.

Whether you’re a seasoned pro or struggling through your first draft, it’s a great way to network with your tribe and maybe get a few questions answered. Come enjoy the company of others who can’t resist the lure of (fictional) crime!

Wild Sisters has graciously offered to host our meeting, and we’re sure you’ll enjoy browsing their shelves and finding a book (or two or three) that need to come home with you!

Space is limited so please register if you plan on attending.

Independent Publishers Panel

Saturday, May 18 at 1 p.m. PST on Zoom

Please join us on Saturday, May 18th, from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. PT as our distinguished panel of Independent Publishers provides Capitol Crimes with a look at different publishing options available to unagented authors.

SHAWN REILLY SIMMONS is an Agatha and Anthony Award-winning author and editor. She’s written eight novels in her Red Carpet Catering mystery series, and over twenty-five of her short stories have appeared in various anthologies. She is co-owner of Level Best Books and serves on the Bouchercon board of directors. Shawn is a member of Sisters in Crime, Mystery Writers of America, the Crime Writers’ Association, and International Thriller Writers. She lives in historic downtown Frederick, Maryland. www.shawnreillysimmons.com; Facebook: @ShawnReillySimmonsAuthor; Twitter & Instagram: @ShawnRSimmons

JENNIFER MCCORD is an Associate Publisher and Executive Editor for Epicenter-Coffeetown-Camel Press. She is also an educator, writer and publishing consultant in Seattle, Washington. In a career spanning more than 30 years, Jennifer has worked in many areas of the publishing industry—from national book retailers and New York publishers to small presses and self-publishing ventures. She has served as advisor or board member to University of Washington Continuum College Writing Programs, Write on the Sound Conference, and as past president and board member of the Pacific Northwest Writers Assn. www.jennifermccord.com; Facebook: www.facebook.com/CamelPressBooks

FAITH MATSON is the Senior Editor and Publicist at Oceanview Publishing, where she has worked since 2021. Originally from Colorado, she moved east to Florida for college, graduating summa cum laude from Florida State University’s Editing, Writing, and Media program. In her free time, Faith is an avid reader, crossword puzzle enthusiast, and amateur gardener. www.oceanviewpub.com; Facebook: www.facebook.com/oceanviewpub/; IG: @oceanviewpub; Twitter(X): @oceanviewpub; Tiktok: @oceanviewpub

Upcoming Events

Crime Time at Wild Sisters Book Company

Sunday, May 05, 2024 2:00 PM • 3325 Folsom Boulevard, Sacramento, CA 95816
Members Meeting--Independent Publishers Panel

Saturday, May 18, 2024 1:00 PM • Zoom

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Join Capitol Crimes every other month for our in-person gatherings at one of Sacramento's great, independent bookshops! We'll hear from the booksellers themselves, talk writing and crime, and hopefully buy some books. Afterwards, we usually grab drinks and a bite to eat at a nearby restaurant.

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Mission Statement

We are the Sacramento, California chapter of Sisters in Crime. We promote the ongoing advancement, recognition and professional development of women crime writers.