Joanna Campbell on What Makes a Great Cozy Mystery

Anne Bocock sits down with best-selling author Joanna Campbell, creator of over 80 books, including the beloved Kiki Lowenstein and Cara Mia Delgatto mystery series. Joanna introduces us to her latest cozy mystery, Wednesday Wicked Ways, part of the Friday Night Mystery Club series—a heartwarming and sharp-witted story set in 1986 featuring journalist-turned-ad rep Craig Collins.

Listeners will love Joanna’s candid reflections on writing strong female protagonists, navigating sexism in the workplace, and how cozy mysteries offer a unique platform for exploring serious social issues in a reader-friendly format. You’ll also hear about the real-life inspiration behind Craig’s story and the decades-long journey it took to bring her to life.