Edgar Awards 1962: Complete list of winners

The Mystery Writers of America announced their 1962 Edgar Award winners, honoring the year’s finest crime and mystery writing across multiple categories. Named after Edgar Allan Poe, the prestigious Edgar Awards remain one of the literary world’s most respected honors for detective fiction and suspenseful storytelling. The 1962 ceremony reflected a thriving mystery publishing landscape, with writers producing compelling narratives that kept readers on the edge of their seats.

Among the standout honorees was Edward Fenton, whose The Phantom of Walkaway Hill captured the Edgar for Best Juvenile, proving that mystery writing for younger audiences was every bit as clever and engaging as its adult counterparts. Fenton’s win highlighted the year’s recognition that crime fiction could captivate readers of all ages, introducing the next generation to the genre’s enduring appeal. The 1962 Edgar Awards celebrated both established masters and fresh voices finding their footing in the mystery writing world.

Here are the complete winners from the 1962 Edgar Awards:

Best Juvenile

• The Phantom of Walkaway Hill by Edward Fenton