How does Barbara Ross create cozy mysteries readers can't put down?

In this special author interview, I sit down with Barbara Ross, author of the beloved Maine Clambake Mystery series, to talk about her writing journey, creating unforgettable amateur sleuths, plotting mysteries, developing long-running series, and what keeps readers coming back to cozy mysteries year after year. Whether you're a longtime fan of Barbara's books, a devoted cozy mystery reader, or an aspiring mystery writer, you'll find plenty to enjoy in this cozy conversation.

In the Interview We Discuss:

🦞 Creating The First Draft

🦀 Writing 📖 Writing (Evergreen) Novellas

🌊 Maine

🍳 Creating Cozy Recipes

🖊️ Choosing to End a Successful Long-Running Cozy Mystery Series

🗺️ Designing a Map for a Fictional Town

💻 What I Wish I Knew When I First Started Writing

📚 Real Time v Book Time

🩷 Meeting People at Writing Conferences

Barbara's Website: https://barbararossauthor.com/

➡️ Have you read Barbara Ross's books? Please let me know which title is your favorite in the comments!

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In today’s Chatting Cozies episode, I’m joined by Sisters in Crime Queen and cozy mystery author Julia Henry for a cozy, funny, and genuinely insightful conversation about writing, publishing, creativity, and finding your people in the book world. ✨

In the Video We Touch On:

✨ Finding Your Writing Tribe

✨ Creating a Community

✨ Multiple Pen Names

✨ Amelia Peabody Shoutout

✨ Creating Pun Cozy Mystery Titles

✨ Writing for Hire

✨ Scrivener Shoutout

✨ Why Intermission Matters

Julia's Books Include:

📖 Pruning the Dead

📖 Tilling the Truth

📖 Digging Up the Remains

📖 Wreathing Havoc

📖 The Plot Thickets

📖 Just Killing Time

📖 Clock and Dagger

📖 Chime and Punishment

If you love curling up with a good mystery, chatting books with fellow readers, and spending time in the coziest corner of the Internet… you’re in the right place.

ABOUT JULIA One woman, three names, many books. As Julia Henry I wrote the Garden Squad series for Kensington. As J.A. Hennrikus I wrote the Theater Cop series, and as Julianne Holmes I wrote the Clock Shop series. I've been an arts administrator for my entire career, mostly in the performing arts. Currently I'm the ED of Sisters in Crime, a wonderful organization that promotes and supports crime writers. www.sistersincrime.org Connect with me on Facebook and Instagram! @JHAuthors ‪@jhauthors4787‬

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🕵️‍♀️ Welcome to our Murder, She Wrote Day Celebration! ☕📚

Today we’re stepping into the charming (and surprisingly deadly!) world of Cabot Cove to celebrate the iconic cozy mystery series Murder, She Wrote starring the legendary Jessica Fletcher. If you love small-town secrets, clever sleuthing, and cozy vibes, you are in the right place.

From clever clues and charming small-town settings to unforgettable guest stars and Jessica's iconic detective instincts, we'll explore what makes Murder, She Wrote the gold standard of cozy mystery television.

✨ In this livestream, we’re:

Celebrating all things Murder, She Wrote

Talking favorite episodes & unforgettable mysteries

Discussing why Jessica Fletcher is the ultimate cozy sleuth

Sharing cozy mystery book recs inspired by the show

Chatting LIVE with fellow mystery lovers

Whether you're a lifelong fan who never misses a rerun or you're discovering Cabot Cove for the very first time, this episode is your invitation to celebrate the mysteries, characters, and cozy charm that helped shape an entire genre.

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