How to Write a Cozy Mystery: Step by Step: A Proven System to Create Reader-Favorite Cozies (Indie Writer's Workshop Book 1)

Ready to write a cozy mystery but aren’t sure where to start?Are you already writing cozy mysteries but need to streamline your process?Natasha C. Sass takes the mystery out of the writing process, using proven methods developed in her Cozy Novel and Novella workshops.This book will walk you step-by-step through writing a cozy mystery, including developing your sleuth, building a cast of supporting characters and identifying a solid suspect list that will keep your readers guessing until the very end.There’s no guesswork for you, the writer. Inside you’ll discover a solid four-act structure and how it applies to cozies. Natasha breaks down the story into chapters and scenes that will keep the pace and tension high enough to keep readers turning the page.By following her process, writers learn how to go from story idea to a finished fan-favorite book.What other cozy authors say about Natasha C. Sass’s method based on this book:See natashacsass.com for cozy mystery workshop details.Natasha is so knowledgeable about how to write a cozy mystery. She is patient and helps you work through any issues you may be stuck on in your book. Plus, the class is kind of like a small family. It's so much fun to meet with other authors and hold each other accountable! - Stella BixbyAs a pantser, Natasha's Cozy Novella Course helped me find a way to incorporate more upfront planning into my writing without being too confining or taking away the fun of discovery writing. The best part? Within a month I had a brand-new novella in my series. - Brook Peterson/S.E. MordhorstA really focused, well-planned course which was a lot of fun as well! Excellent value. It does exactly what it says on the tin, and there’s lots of space for having your own questions answered, and for exploring ideas. It hugely exceeded my expectations. As a beginner, I found it ideal. - Cary McGilvaneI found Natasha C. Sass's Cozy Novella Workshop to be an incredibly valuable resource. Natasha created easy to follow guidelines and remained encouraging and enthusiastic throughout the workshop. It was fun attending with other mystery writers, who are a generous and welcoming community - even if we spend most of our time imagining murders! - Daphne Silver, Agatha-winning author of Crime and Parchment Read more