The CWA Silver Dagger is an award presented by the Crime Writers' Association (CWA) in the United Kingdom. It recognizes outstanding crime fiction published in the previous year. The award aims to highlight the best in the genre, celebrating authors who excel in crafting engaging and suspenseful narratives. Established in 1967, the CWA Silver Dagger is one of several awards given by the CWA, which also includes the CWA Gold Dagger for the best crime novel. The Silver Dagger is awarded based on the quality of writing, originality, and the overall impact of the story on readers.