by Judy Penz Sheluk | Aug 29, 2019 | Guilt by Association, One Writer's Journey
As a member of Crime Writers of Canada (CWC) since 2012, first as an Associate Member, and in 2015, as a Professional Author Member, it was an absolute honour to elected to the CWC Board of Directors as Regional Representative, Toronto/Southwestern Ontario (TO/SO),...
by Judy Penz Sheluk | Aug 14, 2015 | Guilt by Association
I’m a big believer in belonging to a group of like-minded folks. In my personal life, I’m a member of two 9-hole ladies golf leagues, and have been for many years. The folks I play with (and the leagues) have changed through time, and my game is still...
by Judy Penz Sheluk | Apr 25, 2015 | Guilt by Association
Crime Writers Of Canada has announced the shortlist for this year’s best in crime writing, so if you’re looking for a good read, here’s the list for you. I was especially pleased to see stories from World Enough and Crime and The Whole She-Bang 2 make the list! Good...
by Judy Penz Sheluk | Jun 26, 2014 | Guilt by Association
Recently I had the good fortune to attend Bloody Words 2014, a convention for mystery readers and authors (aspiring, emerging and established). This wasn’t my first Bloody Words—I also attended the 2012 edition—but it will be my last. Not because I didn’t enjoy every...
by Judy Penz Sheluk | Aug 26, 2013 | Guilt by Association
I just finished reading the latest inSinC, the 16-page quarterly publication produced by Sisters in Crime, and it served to remind me, once again, of the value in belonging to a professional organization with like-minded members. Networking, mentorship, conference...
by Judy Penz Sheluk | Apr 22, 2013 | Guilt by Association
There’s something comforting about belonging to a group of like-minded folks. It explains why you’ll see a group of runners braving subzero temperatures on a blustery January day, seemingly oblivious to the elements. I use the running analogy only because, like the...
