The 2017 Raven Award

Apr 27, 2017 | Conventions

Tonight (April 27, 2017) is the night that I’ve been waiting for ever since this was announced . . .

The Raven Award recognizes outstanding achievement in the mystery field outside the realm of creative writing. Dru Ann Love will receive the 2017 Raven Award.

Dru Ann Love is owner/editor of dru’s book musings (https://drusbookmusing.com//), a blog where characters give a glimpse into a day in their life, as well as her musings. Her musings also appear in Crimespree Magazine. She is also a guest blogger at the Stiletto Gang. Dru Ann is an avid reader, writes poetry, quilts, and loves attending reader/fan conventions. Dru Ann’s blog was nominated for a 2015 Anthony Award for Best Critical or Non-Fiction Work. She also serves on the Bouchercon standing committee.

When told that she would receive the Raven Award, Love said, “I’m so thrilled and honored to be awarded the Raven. The mystery community is like a big family and I’m so proud that they have embraced me with open arms. Thanks to the nominating committee for selecting me and a big thanks to the authors—without them, this would not be possible.”

I’m deeply honored to be awarded this prize and I look forward to sharing this evening with you. Photos to follow after the event.

The evening starts with a gathering for the nominees followed by the cocktail hour and then the banquet. Then it’s off to the Malice Domestic Convention. A busy weekend for me and I’m loving it.

38 Comments

  1. tinawhittle
    tinawhittle on April 27, 2017 at 2:36 pm

    Many congratulations for a well-deserved honor!

  2. Diane Vallere
    Diane Vallere on April 27, 2017 at 2:42 pm

    Big congratulations — you deserve this!!!

  3. cheltgirl60
    cheltgirl60 on April 27, 2017 at 2:48 pm

    Well done, Dru. Always thoughtful reviews and great giveaways. Generous people should be rewarded.

  4. ritterames
    ritterames on April 27, 2017 at 2:52 pm

    Wish I was there, but will be applauding you from home, Dru! So happy for you!

  5. Linda C.
    Linda C. on April 27, 2017 at 2:54 pm

    Congratulations!🎉🎉🎉

  6. Laurien Berenson
    Laurien Berenson on April 27, 2017 at 3:00 pm

    Congratulations Dru! Well deserved.

  7. Celia Fowler
    Celia Fowler on April 27, 2017 at 3:07 pm

    I’m so glad you’re receiving this wonderful and very well-deserved award! Have a great time tonight, and safe travels to Malice tomorrow!

  8. Debbie S
    Debbie S on April 27, 2017 at 3:07 pm

    Congratulations!

  9. Amy Gill
    Amy Gill on April 27, 2017 at 3:09 pm

    Hooray! Hooray! I’m so proud for you!

  10. jenniferkales
    jenniferkales on April 27, 2017 at 3:30 pm

    Congratulations and have a great time at the conference!

  11. Shannon Baker
    Shannon Baker on April 27, 2017 at 3:34 pm

    Love love love! See you in DC (where I just landed)

  12. Karen Terry
    Karen Terry on April 27, 2017 at 3:45 pm

    Congrats Dru!

  13. Katherine Hall Page
    Katherine Hall Page on April 27, 2017 at 4:01 pm

    Wish I could be there! So well deserved. Congratulations!

  14. johnnabooks
    johnnabooks on April 27, 2017 at 4:16 pm

    congratulations!!

  15. Lisa Q. Mathews
    Lisa Q. Mathews on April 27, 2017 at 4:28 pm

    Huge congrats, Dru!!!!

  16. dwaloclancy
    dwaloclancy on April 27, 2017 at 4:34 pm

    Enjoy your special night! Congratulations!

  17. jreccoppa
    jreccoppa on April 27, 2017 at 4:47 pm

    No one deserves this award more than you. Congratulations Dru!

  18. Grace Koshida
    Grace Koshida on April 27, 2017 at 4:47 pm

    Congratulations, Dru Ann! Enjoy the Edgar festivities and the weekend at Malice!!

  19. Gram
    Gram on April 27, 2017 at 5:25 pm

    Congratulations!!! I am so happy that all your hard work has been recognized.

  20. Mary C
    Mary C on April 27, 2017 at 5:32 pm

    Congratulations! Hope you have a wonderful time at the Awards!

  21. cbruns
    cbruns on April 27, 2017 at 5:36 pm

    Congratulations, I am so excited for you! I can’t think of anyone who deserves this honor more. Looking forward to seeing you at Malice!

  22. Kristin A.
    Kristin A. on April 27, 2017 at 5:45 pm

    Congratulations! That is so cool!!! (cue the confetti!)

  23. Julie Fetcho
    Julie Fetcho on April 27, 2017 at 5:47 pm

    Congratulations!!!!!!

  24. Lois Rotella
    Lois Rotella on April 27, 2017 at 6:17 pm

    Congratulations!!

  25. Cozynookbks
    Cozynookbks on April 27, 2017 at 6:19 pm

    That’s AMAZING!! Congratulations!!

  26. Ovidia Yu
    Ovidia Yu on April 27, 2017 at 7:18 pm

    Wow! Wonderful!! Super!!!! Congratulations!!!!

  27. Lynn E. Bisset
    Lynn E. Bisset on April 27, 2017 at 7:31 pm

    Congratulations! Congratulations! Congratulations! You have worked so hard and you are so deserving! Enjoy!

  28. Jan Nelson
    Jan Nelson on April 27, 2017 at 7:32 pm

    Hooray for Dru! I think it’s wonderful and very well deserved!

  29. bobbi
    bobbi on April 27, 2017 at 8:07 pm

    congratulations, it is well deserved.

  30. Marla
    Marla on April 27, 2017 at 8:31 pm

    So happy for you and so proud of you! Well earned and well deserved!

  31. Susan Santangelo
    Susan Santangelo on April 28, 2017 at 6:51 am

    Wonderful news. Mega congratulations.

  32. Mary Jane H.
    Mary Jane H. on April 28, 2017 at 11:04 am

    How wonderful! Congratulations Dru.

  33. auntiemwrites
    auntiemwrites on April 28, 2017 at 11:56 am

    You GO girl! So proud of you and so well deserved!! Have a grand weekend~

  34. Linda MH
    Linda MH on April 28, 2017 at 12:44 pm

    Yay, Dru!!!!!!! I’m thrilled for you! Congratulations!!!!!!

  35. Terry Odell
    Terry Odell on April 28, 2017 at 3:47 pm

    Congratulations — well deserved!

  37. Marilyn Watson
    Marilyn Watson on May 1, 2017 at 9:44 am

    How wonderful…Congratulations…
    Marilyn

  38. Cynthia Kuhn
    Cynthia Kuhn on May 2, 2017 at 2:23 am

    Congratulations, Dru! So deserved and so wonderful