THE SAND OF ST. PETERSBURG, A MYSTERY WRITER'S COMPETITIONBy Randall Johnson The Sand of St. Peterburg is a mystery like no other. The plot revolves around twelve established authors who were invited to attend a writer's competition with a goal of writing a collaborative murder mystery. The incentives for the authors range from cash awards, cherished crystal, and writing contracts. Daily the writers are challenged to compose the first or next chapter of the novel with directions or clues provided to guide the authors in their work.