Here is a list of upcoming events. Join us!
September Chapter Meeting
September 1, 2026
6 pm – Social time
6:30 pm – Meeting starts
Speaker: Our very own Christine Husom presents information on sexual predator cases.
Spotlight Author: Rebecca Kanner
Author Panel: Where History Meets Mystery
September 12, 2026
11 am – 12 noon
Join us for a panel discussion about writing Minnesota-based historical mysteries. Authors: Timya Owens, Judy Kerr, A.W. Powers (aka Bill Anderson), and Christine Husom
Location: Meinders Community Library, 220 3rd Ave SE, Pipestone, MN 56164
Author Panel: True Crime and the Mystery Writer
September 17, 2026
6 pm – 7 pm
Join us for a panel discussion about writing true crime mysteries. Authors: Frank Weber, Judy Kerr, Jessie Chandler, and Thekla Madsen
Location: Lake City Public Library, 201 South High Street, Lake City, MN 55041
Author Panel: Where History Meets Mystery
October 3, 2026
1 pm – 2 pm
Join us for a panel discussion about writing Minnesota-based historical mysteries. Authors: Barb Deese, A.W. Powers (aka Bill Anderson), and Christine Husom
Location: Marshall Lyon County Library, 201 C Street, Marshall, MN 56258
October Chapter Meeting
October 6, 2026
6 pm – Social time
6:30 pm – Meeting starts
Speaker: Local best-selling author Matt Goldman talks about turning your book into a TV show or movie
Spotlight Author: Mike Mayer
November Chapter Meeting
November 10, 2026
6 pm – Social time
6:30 pm – Meeting starts
Speaker: Author Jack El-Hai explains about research for true crime novels
Spotlight Author: Alida Winternheimer
December Chapter Meeting
December 1, 2026
6 pm – Social time
6:30 pm – Meeting starts
Chapter End-of-Year Potluck! Celebrate and share!
Spotlight Author: Betty Passick