Publisher: Orange Grove Press
Copyright: 2018
Genre: Non-Fiction
Available Formats: e-book, paperback, and Audio
Digital: 978-0-9985317-2-4
Paperback: 978-0-9985317-3-1
Amazon ASIN: B07GFHDWNW
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.
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 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
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“Nancy J. Cohen offers clear examples, practical writing exercises, and friendly advice designed to help the beginning cozy author start—and finish!—a saleable book. Even seasoned cozy writers can find helpful hints for building better characters and story.” Diane A.S. Stuckart, NY Times Bestselling Author of the Tarot Cats Mysteries
“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
“From plot development, revisions, and approaches to characters and crime; to publishing and marketing tips, Writing the Cozy Mystery: Expanded Second Edition covers all aspects of production.” D. Donovan, Senior Reviewer, Midwest Book Review
“The author continues to maintain her status as the queen of the cozy mystery, a genre that she not only exemplifies in her own fiction but also defines and gives advice about in the expanded second edition of her guidebook, Writing the Cozy Mystery.” Phil Jason, Florida Weekly
“Perfect resource for anyone writing a cozy mystery!” Ms. Loves to Read
“Writing the Cozy Mystery goes beyond explaining what a cozy mystery is and/or should be. Ms. Cohen lays the groundwork for any aspiring writer to create their own cozy mystery. A book that as a blogger/reviewer I will turn to again and again, Writing the Cozy Mystery is the perfect resource for what I consider the best (sub) genre there is.” Lisa K’s Book Review
“This edition is chock-full of writing knowledge from which any author would benefit. Complete with chapters on writing a synopsis and information on pitching your novel to agents and publishers, this book is an excellent resource for the mystery writer.” 5 stars! Alyssa Elmore, Readers’ Favorite
“If you have ever thought about writing a cozy mystery, you need to read this book. Everything you need to know about the genre is in these pages. Nancy J. Cohen has a true knack for providing aspiring authors with the tools they need to accomplish their goal of writing their own cozy mystery books. It felt as if she was in the room with me explaining it all in an easy to understand method.” Yvonne Hering, Socrates Book Reviews
