Cozy Mysteries: Charm, Community, and Strong Female Leads

Mystery & Crime • Writing Life & Creativity
2016
Featuring Cheryl Hollon, Laura Morgan, Marion Crook, Mary Carter, Wendy Sandy Eckel

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Cozy mysteries blend warmth, humor, and intrigue in unique ways. In this session, panelists discuss their experiences writing in the genre, the creative opportunities it offers, and how they craft engaging stories with strong female protagonists and close knit communities.

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