Writing the Cozy Mystery: Expanded Second Edition

A 2018 Agatha Awards Finalist

Do you want to write a cozy mystery but don't have a clue where to start? Or maybe you've begun a story but are stuck on the plot? Perhaps you're already writing a series, and you need tips on keeping your material fresh?Writing the Cozy Mystery will help you develop your characters, establish the setting, plot the story, add suspense, plant clues and solve the crime. You'll find everything you need to know in one handy volume to write your own mystery and maintain a long-running series.

This Second Edition contains more examples; additional writing exercises; expanded sections; added illustrations; and seven new chapters including The Muddle in the Middle, Romance and Murder, Special Considerations for Cozy Writers, Keeping a Series Fresh, Writing the Smart Synopsis, Mystery Movies, and Marketing Tips. Recommended for cozy writers, mystery fans, and creative writing classes.

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