Sisters in Crime Grand Canyon Writers
For writers of crime, and all other genres, published and aspiring authors.
Welcome!
Sisters in Crime Grand Canyon Writers is a proud chapter of Sisters in Crime (SinC), an international organization of published and aspiring authors, readers, literary agents, editors, booksellers, librarians, and other distinguished members of the publishing industry.
Sisters in Crime was founded in 1986 by a group of 26 female crime writers to help women overcome obstacles in publishing and achieve recognition and equality in an industry that traditionally ignored them. Sara Paretsky served as the organization’s first president. Today, SinC has more than 4,200 members and over 60 chapters worldwide.
Sisters in Crime Grand Canyon Writers monthly chapter meetings and Fireside Chats are complimentary and open to all Sisters in Crime members, their guests, and those who are interested in the craft of writing and are aspiring and published authors. Our membership spans the globe, with members all over the United States, Canada, Mexico and India. An amazing caliber of speakers have presented at our chapter meetings and Fireside Chats including Hank Phillippi Ryan, Hallie Ephron, Robin Burcell, Barbara Hinske, Ellen Byron, Dennis Palumbo, Dianne Freeman, Catriona McPherson, Paula Munier and other renowned authors, agents, and editors. Join us to be part of a great community for writing, publishing, and selling success!
President’s Message
Hello and Welcome!
As 2026 kicks off, it opens new opportunities for us all. Which ones will you choose? Whether you’re a published author or aspiring to be, your goals and dreams are important. Goals inspire and direct us. Fulfilling them builds confidence, motivates us further, and brings us joy and success. Achieving your individual author dreams takes dedication, ongoing skill enhancement…and support from people who truly want you to succeed.
When you think of a support system, please remember the wonderful members of Sisters in Crime Grand Canyon Writers. We want you to succeed and will do everything we can to deliver the programs, systems, and education to help you do that—while encouraging your journey and cheering your accomplishments.
Our goal as a chapter is to support all of our chapter members and help you achieve your individual author goals. We’re a warm, welcoming organization made up of writers of all genres, in all phases of their careers, and are excited to encourage and assist you as your dreams become reality!
Happy Writing!
Yvonne Corrigan-Carr, President
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Chapter Meeting Schedule
The primary objective of the Sisters in Crime Grand Canyon Writers is emphasized in the chapter’s slogan: “Write ~ Publish ~ Sell”. We’re dedicated to helping our members achieve those three goals and develop their careers as published authors, to reach the highest possible levels of success.
Fireside Chats
Sisters in Crime Grand Canyon Writers proudly present Fireside Chats!
Spend an evening with acclaimed, bestselling authors and learn from the masters in the comfort of your own home.
Membership
We are pleased to have you join us and we proudly share the benefits of both the Sisters in Crime Grand Canyon Writers and the international Sisters in Crime organization with all members. Click here to learn more about membership and all its benefits.
