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Hello! My name is Laurie and I'm an avid reader who lives in Richardson, Texas. Though I read all types of books, my favorites are typically British mysteries and classic literature. I love Wilkie Collins, Agatha Christie, Dorothy L. Sayers, Daphne du Maurier, John Dickson Carr, A. Conan Doyle, Edmund Crispin, Colin Dexter, Peter Lovesey, and so many others.

Hello!

My name is Tracey and I love a wide range of books including romance, thriller, mystery, comedy etc.
My favourite book is The War of the Worlds by H G Wells.
What's yours?

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My name is Christine and I am an avid reader and reviewer. I prefer mysteries and thrillers but sometimes mix it up with romance. My all-time favorite authors are Agatha Christie and Sue Grafton, but new favorites are Ruth Ware, Fiona Barton, and Camilla Lackberg.

I have just recently been playing some of the Word and Book games in this group and have really been enjoying them.

Hi, I'm Tee and fairly new to the whole cozy mysteries. I got started with the Teashop Mysteries by Laura Childs, previously I was pretty much only interested in Agatha Christie and Sherlock Holmes. I'm a homeschool mom in my 40's, separated, 4 kids, and just living and letting live.

Hi, I'm Beverly Owens but my friends call me Bev. I live in Central Indiana and am the proud mother of two lovely daughters and two adorable granddaughters. I am an avid reader and enjoy many genres but my most favorite are Cozy Mysteries. I also write Cozies and currently have 2 different series.

When I am not reading or writing, I enjoy crocheting and cooking. I love cats and dogs but currently do not have any in my life. We lost our cat on Father's Day this year...waiting for a new one to find me.

I look forward to getting to know everyone!

I'm Bill and I live in New York City. I like to read, but i've been told i read slowly. To which I've replied I like to digest my books, not speed read, and remember the material. Some of my favorite authors are wilbur smith, c. s. forester, connelly and robb.
I'm currently reading 'the dry', which is turning out to be pretty good.

Hi, I'm Kathy. I read tons of mysteries but recently have been reading more cozy mysteries as I've been trying to write one! I like British mysteries best and have lately enjoyed H. Y. Hanna's Oxford Tearoom mysteries. I've also enjoyed Vicki Delaney's Sherlock Holmes Bookshop mysteries set in New England.

Hi! I'm Stephanie and I live in Pittsburgh, PA, USA. I haven't taken advantage of the group feature on goodreads and I'd like to change that starting here :)

Hi everyone! My name is Becca and I'm from New England. I love reading cozy mysteries, I like books with a mystery but I'm not really into particularly violent murder mysteries or horror. I'm looking forward to discovering new authors through this group and meeting more cozy mystery fans.

Hi! My name is Tamara and I'm just getting into cozy mysteries! Probably because I'm a romance author, I'm looking to read something outside the genre in which I write. Can't wait to get recommendations from all of you!

During the day I'm a reporter, and I've covered a lot of real-life crime stories! I live in Florida with my husband and our two dogs.

Hi, I’m Tracy from the Quad Cities in the Midwest. I’ve been binge reading cozy mysteries this past year and was excited to happen upon this group. I also read other genres but primarily mysteries and am looking forward to the seasonal and mini reading challenges and to meet new people and authors.

Tamara wrote: "Hi! My name is Tamara and I'm just getting into cozy mysteries! Probably because I'm a romance author, I'm looking to read something outside the genre in which I write. Can't wait to get recommenda..."

My prayers are with people in the SE US, Dorian is one monster of a storm. Welcome to the group.

🙋Hi everyone,
I'm Ruth, an avid reader from Texas.
I joined Cozy Mystery after stumbling upon it a few days ago and just realized that I had yet to introduce myself. What is life without a good mystery? I love cozy mystery books some of my favorite authors are Elizabeth Peters, M.C. Beaton, Dorothy Cannell; classic mysteries-primarily English authors, especially Agatha Christie and Josephine Tey. I also read literary classics- mainly English, history, biography and fiction. My moment of luxury is sitting back in my corner with a cup of tea and a good mystery book, a favorite pastime. Bliss! 📖👀☕
Happy Reading!

Tracey wrote: "Hello!

My name is Tracey and I love a wide range of books including romance, thriller, mystery, comedy etc.
My favourite book is The War of the Worlds by H G Wells.
What's yours?

T"
Hi Tracey,
I'm Ruth, my favorite book is Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen, also The Man in the Brown Suit by Agatha Christie. I just read Around the World in 80 Days by H.G. Wells, which was a fun adventure. Presently, I am reading Trojan Gold by Elizabeth Peters. What are you reading?

Ruth

Around the World in 80 Days is by that other father of science fiction, Jules Verne. I love both Verne and Wells.

Gary wrote: "Ruth

Around the World in 80 Days is by that other father of science fiction, Jules Verne. I love both Verne and Wells."

Good heavens!
I did not realize my error, having been distracted at the time or I would not have made such a blunder. Thank you Gary for bringing this to my attention. Have a pleasant day.

Hello, my name is Anne, also from Texas. I enjoy cozy mystery books and I'm always in the look out for new books. Some of my favorite authors are Agatha Christie of course,
Lorna Barrett- (Booktown Mysteries),
Ann Cleeves (Vera Stanhope series) and Elizabeth Peters, just to name a few. Nancy Atherton and Alexander McCall Smith's No. 1 Ladies Detective Agency series, are my favorite no murder mysteries. I read other book genres as well, but I always come back to cozies.

Ruth wrote: "Gary wrote: "Ruth

Around the World in 80 Days is by that other father of science fiction, Jules Verne. I love both Verne and Wells."

Good heavens!
I did not realize my error, having been distract..."

Hi Ruth
It's nice to see you're also a member of this group. We do love our cozies don't we. You must have had a long day, it's not like you. I'll be reading
The White Cottage Mystery by
Margery Allingham, have you read it?

Ruth wrote: "Gary wrote: "Ruth

Around the World in 80 Days is by that other father of science fiction, Jules Verne. I love both Verne and Wells."

Good heavens!
I did not realize my error, having been distract..."

This just reminds me that Around the World in 80 Days is one of the Verne books I haven't read.

RE: Verne. I have not read that one yet, either, though I’ve read three others of his.

Hi! I'm new here and am looking forward to interacting with like-minded cozy readers! I've always enjoyed mysteries, but love the fun that is always found in cozies. I have many favorite authors, but the one who has most influenced my own characters is Anne George.

I'm a writer and am in that awkward spot between having just finished my first cozy manuscript and trying to figure out what to do next. But that's the fun! In the meantime, I'll keep burying my nose in the next good book!

I'm looking forward to meeting others of you here and sharing our favorite reads! I'm always looking for a fun new series, so please, share away!

Miss Anne of Kellynch wrote: "Ruth wrote: "Gary wrote: "Ruth

Around the World in 80 Days is by that other father of science fiction, Jules Verne. I love both Verne and Wells."

Good heavens!
I did not realize my error, having ..."

Hi Anne,
I am glad you joined the group. Yes, it was rather a long day, there is a first time for everything. I have yet to read Ms Allingham book, but I will this month- I am curious about it. I would like to read your thought about the book. Enjoy your read!

Gary wrote: "Ruth wrote: "Gary wrote: "Ruth

Around the World in 80 Days is by that other father of science fiction, Jules Verne. I love both Verne and Wells."

Good heavens!
I did not realize my error, having ..."

Hi Gary,
I do hope you both read and enjoy the book. The adventure was a welcomed break from serious books.

Dee wrote: "Hi! I'm new here and am looking forward to interacting with like-minded cozy readers! I've always enjoyed mysteries, but love the fun that is always found in cozies. I have many favorite authors, b..."

Hi Dee,
Congratulations on completing your first cozy mystery manuscript. I have often wondered about the writing process that goes into the first manuscript, was it very challenging for you? Who are your favorite cozy authors?

Ruth wrote: "Gary wrote: "Ruth wrote: "Gary wrote: "Ruth

Around the World in 80 Days is by that other father of science fiction, Jules Verne. I love both Verne and Wells."

Good heavens!
I did not realize my e..."

It is in my Everest sized TBR on my Nook.

Hi folks - full disclosure I am an author, so will sign in as one separately.
However, I have started a Goodreads Group that I have named "Canadian Cozies" because I feel the Canadian landscape and culture lead to significantly different stories from the UK "model". (I guess we're a little less refined? Maybe it's the cold winters!!)

Hi Peter. I'd be interested in your Canadian Cozy group as I am Canadian living in Saskatchewan.

Mara wrote: "Hi Peter. I'd be interested in your Canadian Cozy group as I am Canadian living in Saskatchewan."

Hi Mara - you would be most welcome to join in the discussion!
https://www.goodreads.com/group/show/...

Hi, everyone. I live in Pennsylvania with my Springer Spaniel puppy, Maggie. When I retired from my teaching career, I finally had time to make my dream of someday writing a novel a reality. I now have published 7 books and love being a reader and an author. My latest books are cozy mysteries. When I'm not engaging with feisty Maggie, I enjoy handcrafting, reading, and writing my next story. I look forward to getting to know other members of this group.

Welcome Kathleen (and Maggie) !

Thanks, Peter. Maggie and I appreciate the welcome!

Hi... I'm embarrassed it's taken me so long to join this amazing group! My name's Jeannette, and I write cozy/strong female sleuth mysteries. Some take place in Montréal, some take place in Provincetown (which is also where I live). You can see me at jeannettedebeauvoir.com.

Hello, I am Carolyn (or PathJourneys) I joined Goodreads again this year and set a challenge of 25 books. I just finished number 25! I love cozy mysteries, which were introduced to me by (believe it or not) my husband who is also an avid reader! I love books based in the Pacific NW or mountain and coastal areas. I love the outdoors and walk our land in the country with my corgimix, Lilly! Some favorite authors include Eryn Scott Mildred Abbott Kathleen Suzette Carolyn L. Dean Kathi Daley and many others. Hoping to find some friends here!

Hi,
I’m Rita from a small town in North Carolina, currently living in Utah. Like a few others in this group I cut my mystery teeth on Nancy Drew and the Hardy Boys. In later years, I became a fan of Agatha Christie novels; especially Miss Marple stories. I am now a great grandmother and Indie author. My main reason for writing is that I enjoy it and want to pass on a lifetime of memories to my family. My maternal grandmother died when I was only 6 years old. I’ve been told she was just the sweetest, kindest woman you’d ever meet. I remember watching her make a dress for me on a foot peddle sewing machine. The fabric was pink and blue, formerly a flour sack. Only time travel can answer all the questions I have now. Writing is my way of time traveling to honor my ancestors and discover which parts of them are me.

Rita wrote: "Hi,
I’m Rita from a small town in North Carolina, currently living in Utah. Like a few others in this group I cut my mystery teeth on Nancy Drew and the Hardy Boys. In later years, I became a fan o..."

Hi Rita, I'm Carolyn. I grew up in a small town in Northern Wisconsin on Lake Superior. I also read a lot of Nancy Drew. As an adult, I began liking Ross Macdonald and still have all his books in my library.

Interesting idea about time travel. I never thought about it just that way.

I write cozies, forensics and mysteries with a female protagonist and try to infuse a little humor.
Carolyn

Pleased to meet you Carolyn.

Rita wrote: "Hi,
I’m Rita from a small town in North Carolina, currently living in Utah. Like a few others in this group I cut my mystery teeth on Nancy Drew and the Hardy Boys. In later years, I became a fan o..."

I Rita:
I'm Sandie.
Currently living in Southern Utah, after moving from California 14 years ago. Lives in California for maaaannnny years. Originally from the midwest. Grew up on Nancy Drew, Judy Bolton and Trixie Belden mysteries as well as Marquerite Henry's horse stories. I went through my "Jack Reacher" stage a couple of years back but am currently reading a lot of historical fiction featuring women protagonists and books that give the reader the "warm fuzzies" like William Kent Krueger's Ordinary Grace and Catherine Ryan Hyde's Stay and Have you seen Luis Velez. When I need a break and want a quick fix, I escape into cozies.

Have a son who lives in North Carolina (Greensboro, Kernersville area).
Sorry I'm so long winded. Hope I didn't put you to sleep with my "saga"

Hi Sandie, Thanks for the suggestions.

Hi all! I'm new to Goodreads, and an avid writer and reader. I'm a big fan of paperback books, charming small towns, baking and cooking, history, autumn aesthetic, and anything magical! I'm particularly fond of "cozy" stories with a heartwarming, light tone. Two of my favorite series are the "Hannah Swensen Mysteries" by Joan Fluke and "The Wishcraft Mysteries" by Heather Blake. Happy to be a part of this group!

Hi Everyone,
I just found this group and i'm so excited to join! I grew up reading anything, including cereal boxes if there wasn't a book handy. I discovered cozy mysteries a few years ago, and as an avid knitter my favorite series is the Black Sheep mysteries by Anne Canadeo, but i have read many other cozy mysteries along the way.

Heather L wrote: "Welcome to the Cozy Mysteries group!

This is the place to introduce yourself and meet other newcomers. Please be sure to acquaint yourself with our group rules and -- if you are an author or publ..."

Heather L wrote: "Welcome to the Cozy Mysteries group!

This is the place to introduce yourself and meet other newcomers. Please be sure to acquaint yourself with our group rules and -- if you are an author or publ..."

Hello All,

I am a writer and an avoid reader of all things cozy as well as humor, southern literature, rom-coms, history, and psychology. An omnivore of words. I currently write the cozy series The Shady Hoosier Detective Agency and am reading Jana DeLeon and Tonya Kappes for their light-heartedness. Hope to meet many new friends in this forum.

Daisy Pettles

Hello everyone. I'm Laur. Just became familiar recently with Cozy Mysteries and I love reading them! Naturally, I'm attracted to this group for that reason. Looking forward to seeing what you all read, and getting some good recommendations through your comments and reviews.

Hello everyone! I am excited to join this group. I just got my first ever Kindle earlier this month and I'm in love with it. I've read cozy mysteries for years, I believe my first ones were probably "The Cat Who..." series. After that I just recognized them by the style of the cover long before I knew they had a special name. I am always looking for new authors to try, although I've recently discovered that I've forgotten old favorites enough to read them again (Yeah, I'm getting old!).

Since you are a cat person you would really like the cat mystery books by Sofie Kelly and Sofie Ryan they are the same person. and if you like cats that really talk human try the Joe Grey series by Shirley R Murphy.

Hello, glad to join this group. I've been reading mysteries since I started with Nancy Drew and The Mystery at Lilac Inn when I was 8, read my first Agatha Christie (Cards on the Table) at 12, and am still enjoying cozy mysteries at 50. Current favorites include the Violet Carlyle series by Beth Byers and the Cruise Ship Cozy Mystery series by A.R. Winters.

Hi I’m Diana
I love to read or listen to good mysteries! I enjoy listening to mysteries while I sew quilts, travel or clean house. I’m looking for good clean mysteries! Little to no swearing.

Hello! I am Julie, a librarian from Northern Ontario, Canada. I love reading and listening to cozy mysteries. Currently, I am working through the two bookcases of paperbacks in my living room. This year I am looking forward to trying some paranormal cozies.

Hello to all. I am Mara and I haven't used Goodreads to join any groups before. I love cozy mysteries so this seems like a great place to learn more and connect with other like minded people. Looking forward to reading some of the old threads and seeing new recommendations. I live in the Bay Area so I am on the look out for events and such in my area too.

TC wrote: "Hello everyone! I am excited to join this group. I just got my first ever Kindle earlier this month and I'm in love with it. I've read cozy mysteries for years, I believe my first ones were probabl..."

I loved reading "The Cat Who" series!

Kelly wrote: "Hi Everyone,
I just found this group and i'm so excited to join! I grew up reading anything, including cereal boxes if there wasn't a book handy. I discovered cozy mysteries a few years ago, and as..."

I'm an avid knitters as well and didn't know about these. I'll add them to my list!