Each year the Australian Crime Writers Association recognises and celebrates the achievements and continuing strength of Australian authors.

The Ned Kelly Awards for crime writing are among Australia’s oldest and most recognised awards. They are a highlight of the Australian publishing and literary calendar.

The Best True Crime Award is for outstanding writing in the true crime genre and often features some of Australia’s most recognised and awarded journalists and non-fiction writers.

This year is no exception. The judging panel commented that the strength of research and inside information was borne out in every book making these stories absolutely compelling. 

The Australian Crime Writers Association is proud to announce the 2024 Ned Kelly Awards Shortlist for Best True Crime:

Crossing the Line - By Nick McKenzie
Killing for Country – By David Marr
The Murder Squad - By Michael Adams
Reckless - By Marele Day
The Teacher’s Pet - By Hedley Thomas

Award categories: Best True Crime, Best Debut, Best International and Best Crime Fiction. Inquiries to: Karina Kilmore: info@austcrimewriters.com (Winners announced September)