(For Stories Published in 1997)

Best Short Story:  Barbara White-Rayczek, "The Adventurers" and
Kris Neri, "L.A. Justice" (tie)

Best Short-Short Story:  Kate Grilley, "Guavaberry Christmas"

Best Flash:  Michael Mallory, "Curiosity Kills"

Best First Short Mystery:  Eileen Brosnan, "Back Stairs"

Best Novella:  Margo Power, "Image of Conspiracy."