Why Food Makes Cozy Mysteries Irresistible

Categories: Author | Cozy | Cuisine | Food | Research | Writing

Avery Aames, Cathy Pickens, Ellen Crosby, Eve K. Sandstrom, and Julie Hyzy talk about the irresistible mix of food and mystery. They discuss researching cuisine, building settings that feel rich and inviting, and creating characters whose lives and relationships are shaped by what happens in the kitchen.

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