The Mystery Award honors the author Edgar Allan Poe, who was a famous American poet, short story writer, editor, and literary critic. He is widely recognized as a pioneer of the Romantic movement in the United States and is considered the inventor of the modern detective story. Poe's works are notable for their dark romanticism and exploration of the human psyche. His most famous works include 'The Raven, ' 'The Tell-Tale Heart, ' and 'The Fall of the House of Usher.' The Mystery Award was created to honor his legacy and contributions to literature.'