This is a little outside the horror genre, but close enough that we thought it might be of interest. The International Thriller Writers have announced the winners of the 2011 Thriller Awards. They are:
Best Hard Cover Novel
Bad Blood, John Sandford
Best Paperback Original Novel
The Cold Room, J.T. Ellison
Best First Novel
Still Missing, Chevy Stevens
Best Short Story
The Gods For Vengeance Cry, Richard Helms
Also receiving special recognition during the ThrillerFest VI Awards:
R.L. Stine, ThrillerMaster
In recognition of his legendary career and outstanding contributions to the thriller genre
Joe McGinniss, True Thriller Award
Karin Slaughter, Silver Bullet Award
The board of directors and members of the International Thriller Writers wish to congratulate all the winners and nominees of the 2011 Thriller Awards.