Writing the Cozy Mystery: Expanded Second Edition

De: Nancy J. Cohen

Narrado por: Kristin Barkhurst

Writing the Cozy Mystery is a concise writing guide that describes step-by-step how to write a winning whodunit.

Do you want to write a cozy mystery but don’t have a clue where to start? Or perhaps you’re already writing a series, and you need tips on how to keep your material fresh. Writing the Cozy Mystery is a handy reference guide that will help you develop your characters, establish the setting, plot the story, add suspense, plant clues, and solve the crime.

This award-winning second edition contains examples from the author’s Bad Hair Day Mysteries along with writing exercises, marketing tips, advice on how to maintain your series, and special considerations for cozy authors. You’ll find everything you need to know in an easy-to-read, clear manner to write your own mystery and to refresh a long-running series. Recommended for cozy writers, mystery fans, and creative writing classes.

©2014, 2018 Nancy J. Cohen (P)2025 Nancy J. Cohen

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Gold Award Winner in the FWA Royal Palm Literary Awards
Gold Medal Winner in the FAPA President's Book Awards
First Place Winner in TopShelf Magazine Book Awards
Agatha Awards Finalist

“If you want to write a cozy mystery—or really, any kind of mystery—this is the book for you! Everything you need to know in one handy volume.” Victoria Thompson, Bestselling Author of the Gaslight Mystery Series

“If you are thinking about writing a cozy mystery, read this book first! Nancy lays out all the necessary steps in an interesting and informative way that is easy to follow. Highly recommended.” Catherine Bruns, USA Today Bestselling Author of the Cookies & Chance Mysteries