Writing the Cozy Mystery: Expanded Second Edition by Nancy J. Cohen (author), Kristin Barkhurst (narrator)

 

About the Book

Genre
Non-Fiction
 
Format
Audiobook
 
Publisher
Orange Grove Press
 
Release Date
September 22, 2025

 

Synopsis from Goodreads: 

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. 

My Review 

Do you love reading cozy mysteries? Have you considered writing your own?  You definitely want to read this updated version of Writing the Cozy Mystery by Nancy J. Cohen. 

The author gives an excellent description of what a cozy mystery is and the different sub genres. This book is a great step-by-step guide on everything involved in creating your own book and/or series from planning to marketing and all the steps inbetween.   

This book is like having your own personal writing course.  It opens your eyes to all the nuances involved in the writing process. It’s a great motivator to inspire the reader to write their own book. 

Writing the Cozy Mystery is the type of book you will want to keep by your side as you take your own writing journey.  I had the audiobook for this and listening to the words, advice and recommendations is a huge help in understanding what is involved.

 

FTC Disclosure: I voluntarily reviewed a free audio of this book from the author. I was not required to write a positive review.  All opinions expressed are my own.