Why Readers Can’t Quit Cozy Mysteries

Presented by: Duffy Brown | Jennie Bentley | Sharleen Johnson | Sylvia Dickey Smith

Duffy Brown, Jennie Bentley, Sharleen Johnson, and Sylvia Dickey Smith discuss why cozy mysteries continue to charm readers. They explore what defines the genre, what readers expect, and how warmth, wit, and character driven storytelling keep cozy fans coming back for more.

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Why Readers Can’t Quit Cozy Mysteries

Creating Tension in Every Scene

Using Setting to Shape Tone and Theme

Writing a Protagonist That Can Get With It

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