Celebrating excellence in crime writing by Australian women.
This year, 126 books were entered into the 26th Davitt Awards, across four categories. The judges of the 2026 Davitt Awards have selected a longlist of 28 books that reflect the excellent quality and maturity of stories written by Australian women crime writers. These stories are notable for their originality, depth and high level of the authors’ skills.
I was pleased to see I have read several of the long-listed titles for this award which is one I had not encountered previously:
CHILDREN’S BOOKS
Sarah Armstrong, Run, (Hardie Grant Children’s)
Jacqueline Harvey, The Girl and the Ghost, (Penguin Randon House Australia)
Amelia Mellor, Oceanforged: The Wicked Ship, (Simon & Schuster Australia)
Gisela Ervin-Ward, True South, (Midnight Sun) Debut
Jessica Townsend, Silverborn: The Mystery of Morrigan Crow, (Hachette Children’s)
Sue Whiting, Promises and Other Lies, (Walker Books)
For a quarter of a century, Sisters in Crime Australia has been shining a spotlight on the incredible achievements of women crime writers – fiction and non-fiction. From the first year with its seven entries to the present day where around 180 books are entered, it’s been an astonishing journey, filled with inspiring talent and unforgettable stories. The Davitt Awards have always been about more than just recognising great writing; they’re about celebrating the voices that shine a light on society as a whole, push boundaries, and keep readers on the edge of their seats. From debut novels to well-established voices, the Davitts honour the diversity and power of Australian women writers in the worlds of crime fiction and true crime.
Here are two previous winners (Children's Books) that I have read and talked about here on this blog:
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