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Writing the Cozy Mystery: Expanded Second Edition,Used
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Writing the Cozy Mystery is a concise writing guide that describes stepbystep how to write a winning whodunit.Do you want to write a cozy mystery but dont have a clue where to start? Or perhaps youre 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 awardwinning second edition contains examples from the authors Bad Hair Day Mysteries along with writing exercises, marketing tips, advice on how to maintain your series, and special considerations for cozy authors. Youll find everything you need to know in an easytoread, clear manner to write your own mystery and to refresh a longrunning series. Recommended for cozy writers, mystery fans, and creative writing classes.Gold Award Winner in the FWA Royal Palm Literary AwardsGold Medal Winner in the FAPA President's Book AwardsFirst Place Winner in TopShelf Magazine Book AwardsAgatha Awards FinalistIf you want to write a cozy mysteryor really, any kind of mysterythis is the book for you! Everything you need to know in one handy volume. Victoria Thompson, Bestselling Author of the Gaslight Mystery SeriesIf you are thinking about writing a cozy mystery, read this book first! Nancy lays out all the necessary steps in an interesting and informative way that is easy to follow. Highly recommended. Catherine Bruns, USA Today Bestselling Author of the Cookies & Chance MysteriesNancy J. Cohen offers clear examples, practical writing exercises, and friendly advice designed to help the beginning cozy author startand finish!a saleable book. Even seasoned cozy writers can find helpful hints for building better characters and story. Diane A.S. Stuckart, NY Times Bestselling Author of the Tarot Cats Mysteries
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- Q: What is the main focus of 'Writing the Cozy Mystery'? A: 'Writing the Cozy Mystery' is a writing guide designed to help authors create engaging cozy mysteries. It covers character development, plotting, suspense, and clue placement.
- Q: Who is the author of the book? A: The book is authored by Nancy J. Cohen, an experienced writer in the cozy mystery genre.
- Q: What can I expect to learn from this book? A: Readers can expect to learn techniques for writing cozy mysteries, including maintaining a series, marketing tips, and practical writing exercises.
- Q: Is this book suitable for beginner writers? A: Yes, it is ideal for beginner writers as it provides step-by-step guidance and exercises to help them start and finish a mystery.
- Q: How many pages does this book have? A: 'Writing the Cozy Mystery' has a total of 128 pages, making it a concise yet informative reference.
- Q: When was the second edition published? A: The expanded second edition was published on November 12, 2018.
- Q: What format is this book available in? A: The book is available in paperback format.
- Q: Are there any awards associated with this book? A: Yes, it has received several awards, including the Gold Award in the FWA Royal Palm Literary Awards and is an Agatha Awards finalist.
- Q: Can this book help with writing a series? A: Absolutely! It includes advice on how to maintain and refresh a long-running series.
- Q: Is there any additional content in the book? A: Yes, it features examples from the author's own mysteries and includes marketing tips specifically for cozy authors.