Writing the Cozy Mystery: Expanded Second Edition

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.

© 2025 Orange Grove Press (Audiobook): 9781952886386

Release date

Audiobook: September 26, 2025