Why Readers Love Their Specialty Cozies

Presented by: Anita McCoy | Cathy Tully | Lois Winston

Moderated by Lois Winston, Anita McCoy and Cathy Tully explore the appeal of themed cozy mysteries. They discuss why animal cozies, craft cozies, and other specialty niches resonate so strongly with readers and how a strong theme can turn a mystery series into a reader favorite.

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