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Hi, I'm Margo. I discovered Cozy Mysteries a couple of years ago on a task in another Goodreads group. I've read a few, and currently working my way though CA Phipps' Maple Lane series and Agatha Frost's Peridale Cafe series. Just get such a warm, huggy feeling and they're great for reading after something heavier. Other main genres for me are crime/detective (mainly set in UK) and historical fiction. Will be watching what you are all reading to get inspiration!
Hello, I'm John. I'm an avid reader of mystery books in general. I (Currently reading The Twist of a Knife by Anthony Horowitz which is excellent!) I'm also writing my own murder mystery comedy series, Lavender and Brown - The York Mysteries which I hope to release early next year. (More details available on my website here: https://www.lavenderandbrown.com/)
I'm Interested in finding new mystery recommendations. I have a few books sitting on the bottom of my bookshelf waiting to be read, but after that, I need more!
I wanted to find a group to share what I'm reading. I love to read, especially when it's cold outside but warm and toasty inside. I am curling up with a good murder mystery, historical fiction, or something in between. I'm currently reading The Scarecrow by Michael Connelly, and yes, it's cold outside. Supposed to snow tonight out here on West Michigan's lakeshore community of Port Sheldon (just a few miles North of Holland, Michigan).
Hi Everyone, I’m Teresa. I love reading and like nothing more than getting stuck into a new series or author. I’ve not joined a book group before and I’m excited about discovering new authors and to see what everyone is reading. It’s morning here in the UK, and I’m writing this as the sun comes up, but my cat is sleeping beside me so we’re definitely cosy!
Hello, I'm Kale, I'm actually new to the cozy mystery novel. Usually, I'm buried in an epic fantasy or sci-fi series but sometimes I need a feel-good mystery for those rainy days.
My name is Kayla. I am 21. I am a college student and new here at GR. I love reading, music, and having fun. I'm here because I don't know anyone that likes books IRL, so I figured I could make some friends here! Send me a friend request and I will add you back. I have my own group that I started just for fun and you guys can DM too!
Welcome Kayla - lots and lots of people who love books here :)
Welcome Kayla. I hope you make some connections here - this is a friendly group!
Hi, I'm Helen.I have been a member of the Seasonal R.C., The Lost Challenges, For Love of a Book, Nothing But R.C., and Around the World in 80 books.
Nonfiction books are my favorites, but I like to read cozy mysteries in between them, to relax my mind and enjoy life!
My favorite cozy authors are Donna Andrews, Cate Conte, Carolyn Keene, Laurie King, Laurien Berenson and MC Beaton!
Hi, I'm Erica. I enjoy reading cozy and not-so-cozy mysteries. My favorites are probably the foodie ones, but lately I've also enjoyed some paranormal cozies. But if the characters are good, I'll read pretty much any of them. Looking forward to being part of the group and getting some good recommendations!
Hello cozy mysteries members happy new year 2023 I'm Kenza Moroccan 23 yo an English and Cultural Studies grad and recently MA graduate I joined goodreads because I fell in love with reading and goodreads members made me fond of reading more and more I pretty much read all genres but I'm more into thriller cozy mystery crime..rom..fantasy ..poetry and nonfiction I'd love to know and booklovers from all over the world and get to discuss our readings I also would be delighted to receive book recs Happy reading 📚
Hi! I’m Flame and I’ve recently opened a bookstagram! I love romance and mystery/thriller, but I’m opened to all kind of books, I’m trying to find somebody with the same passion as me to talk about books and current reads❤️ My bookstagram is @missjoestar_
My name is Donna and I love reading most genres of books. I love a good cozy mystery or just a mystery, suspense, romance, etc.Nice to meet you,
Hello, Cozy Lovers! I love to cuddle up with a good cozy, traditional, procedural, or thriller as long as they aren't too violent. I am also an author with my debut novel out in 2022 - traditional mystery but cozy fans have given it good reviews. Let me know if you want the link. Thank you!
Welcome missjoestar, Donna and Sharon. Thank you missjoestar for introducing me to the term bookstagram! I had to look it up! Since I'm not on Instagram, it was a new thing for me. LOL
Hi...Usually been reading SciFi, but seems like couple years I have been doing cozy mysteries, so I thought I would check this place out.
Hi everyone! I love classic mysteries as well as cozy. I've recently become addicted to Amanda Flower's Magical Bookshop mystery. I have the 5th book on hold. Cant wait for all the suggestions and our monthly reads!
Hello, everyone! I'm a long-time mystery lover, especially cozies. I'm looking forward to hearing what's good to read and also getting to know folks. I've been writing professionally in the games industry for most of my long life, and I live with my two kitties in Central Illinois. Peace!
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Hello, everyone. I read traditional mysteries, especially the golden-era classics, and cozies. As a former magician, I like anything with a puzzle to solve or clues to follow. I know, I look like Santa Claus. It’s the beard. My wife likes it, so who am I to argue?
Hi everyone. So i love mysteries, cozy mysteries in particular. I also like to read thrillers but I am not into horror books. I hope to get more book recommendations and discover new authors.
Donald wrote: "As a former magician, I like anything with a puzzle to solve or clues to follow"Have you discovered Gigi Pandian's Secret Staircase series? The MC is a former illusionist, and her family builds things like sliding bookcases, hidden nooks and secret staircases into customers' homes.
Barb wrote: "Donald wrote: "As a former magician, I like anything with a puzzle to solve or clues to follow"Have you discovered Gigi Pandian's Secret Staircase series? The MC is a former illu..."
Yes. Thanks for asking. I love books by Gigi Pandian. I've already preordered her newest The Raven Thief.
Hi everyone! I am a long-time avid reader, but new to Goodreads. I just started "The It Girl" by Ruth Ware, and am excited to get into it, as I have enjoyed some of her other books. I am most interested in the mystery/thriller/crime genre, and am always looking for recommendations!
Jackie wrote: "Hi everyone! I am a long-time avid reader, but new to Goodreads. I just started "The It Girl" by Ruth Ware, and am excited to get into it, as I have enjoyed some of her other books. I am most inter..."Hi, Jackie! Ive read a couple of Ruth's books. Let me know how you like "The It Girl."
Calvey wrote: "Hi...Usually been reading SciFi, but seems like couple years I have been doing cozy mysteries, so I thought I would check this place out."Hi, Calvey. I love sci-fi, too. Do you have a favorite author?
Hi there! I've been getting back into reading & would love any recommendations. I haven't read a lot of cozy mysteries, but am looking to start! I also enjoy regular mystery, thrillers, romance, and fantasy books.
Maryam wrote: "Hi there! I've been getting back into reading & would love any recommendations. I haven't read a lot of cozy mysteries, but am looking to start! I also enjoy regular mystery, thrillers, romance, an..."If you'd like a cozy mystery with a strong, capable female lead and a marvelous sense of humor, I recommend any of the Meg Langslow series by Donna Andrews. I started with one of her more recent books The Twelve Jays of Christmas and she is now one of my go-to authors for a fun read.
Hiii ! I am Shanna and I just started to really get into reading more often. I am a total introvert so reading a good book can just make my brain go somewhere else without leaving my house or thinking about my own life is great. I’m into reading mysteries but also a good young adult book. My favorite book I have read in 2023 so far would be Things We Never Got Over by Lucy Score… I loved every single thing about it.
Gosh. Been a silent member of this group for a while (is member colorectal word?), but kept forgetting to pop in and say hi. My name’s Elsi. Love lots of genres, but in last few years, cozy mysteries (modern and historical) have become my comfort reads.
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Hello I'm Maryann and I'm a cozy mystery first time author. I also participate in a cozy mystery book club. I have 2 rescue pets and enjoy gardening.
Hello!! I am the mysteriousbooklogger; just call me logger. I fell in love with mysteries from the moment I picked one up, and I am even trying to write one right now; any tips are welcome as it's not going too well.I'm so glad I found Goodreads; before it, I didn't realize there were other people who didn't do anything but read in their free time ;).
Hello everyone, I'm happy to be here. I am the marketing manager for a book publisher and we are about to publish our first cozy mystery. I'm here to learn what you readers enjoy about cozies. Thank you to the administrators, I know how much work moderating these groups can be. Happy reading everyone.
And I work closely with Susan at our publishing house, which now is opening a cozy imprint. I'm a lifelong journalist and am Editor of our publishing house. My wife has made me a lifelong fan of cozies as well so, like many of you, our library shelves are packed with our favorite authors. Glad to meet you all.
Hi all, I've been reading various novels since young (mainly mystery and romance) but took a long hiatus during my adult years due to work. However, I've recently gotten back into the groove of reading thanks to cozy mysteries and have been hooked on various series. Some of these series have been great comfort reads to me and I'm keen to delve into more!
Hi! I'm Donna and have been reading mysteries since I discovered Agatha Christie about 55 years ago. I love mysteries of all types, though cozies are my favorite along with the classics from the Golden Age of Mysteries. My favorite authors are Dorothy L. Sayers, Agatha Christie, Louis Penny, Ngaio Marsh. Some modern mysteries have gotten a bit too grisley for me, so I will especially enjoy books not covered in blood. Give me a good puzzle to solve any day. I founded and led a library mystery book discussion for about ten years and as I am going to be a guest host soon, I need to get familiar with some of the recent mystery series and best loved cozies.
Hello, my name is Melissa and I am from St. Louis, MO. I am new to reading mystery books. I have always been more in to Fantasy and Romance books. However over Christmas I got my hands on a mystery book and now I'm hooked. I am currently reading " Murder at the Christmas Cookie Bake-off" a Beacon Bakeshop Mystery by Darci Hannah. If you have any other recommendations please let me know.
Hi! My name is Tiffany and I've been reading mysteries and fantasy pretty much all of my life. I joined this group because I saw your bookshelf and it has some books I've read and liked, so I'm hoping to find more good ones here. :)
Hello everyone :-)I'm Tiziana, 51 years old from Italy ad really love reading cozy mysteries, more with my 3 cats at my side.
I started with Christie and Conan Doyle when I was 12 and continued with other Golden Age writers because I don't like too dramatic and scary mysteries.
8 years ago I casually met Agatha Raisin by M.C Beaton and loved that charater , but in Italy the cozy genre is still little known and there are just few translated authors.
When I realized that a whole universe of cozies was available in English language I told to myself : " as I studied English at school ..why don't try ? " ...so I did and since then I've met so many funny and fascinating characters !
The Royal Spyness ( by Chris Bowen ), Daisy Dalrymple ( by Carola Dunn ) and Lady Emily ( by Tasha Alexander) and Ginger Gold ( by Lee Strauss ) and of course Agatha Raisin ( by M.C. Beaton )are my favs but there are many more that I love to read from time to time.
Welcome Tiziana! You have a beautiful name. I too have three cats.
Zermeena wrote: "Welcome Tiziana! You have a beautiful name. I too have three cats."Such kind from you and Zermeena is a very lovely name too !
Thank you so much for the warm welcome :-)
Hi guys! I'm Kirsty from ScotlandI want to get into more mystery and have bought a ton of them over the years such as Agatha Christie etc.
But I'm not sure where to start, being in a reading slump sucks
So that's why I've joined!
Recommendations are more than welcomed :)
Merry meet! I'm Rhiannon, a weaver of intricate fantasy detective novels that sit on the fence between cosy mysteries and young adult mystery fiction. I've always loved writing, ever since I could, and it's my dream to find the best authors and help lift the literary community in my city (Logan, Australia), so that all future authors can come here and know they can find success too.
Hi I’m Kali ! When I was little my dad used to print me out Sherlock Holmes stories to read. I grew up watching my parents shows like NCIS or law and order Svu. Surprisingly I myself do not watch reality crime shows like the first 48 or dateline or whatever. I unfortunately get nightmares quite easily so cozy mysteries are just perfect for me. I read a lot of fantasy and lately romance as well. I also have 3 cats so that’s another upside to the cozies !
Hello, I am new to this group and I look forward to chatting with you all. I love reading mystery , suspense, thrillers and similar books.
Kirsty wrote: "Hi guys! I'm Kirsty from ScotlandI want to get into more mystery and have bought a ton of them over the years such as Agatha Christie etc.
But I'm not sure where to start, being in a reading slum..."
Hello Kirsty, welcome aboard !
My name's Tiziana, 51, from Italy. I'm a big fan of A. Christie too and love reading Golden age mysteries but also love to have some fun with cozies, particularly when there are funny scenes or witty jokes.
__If you like slightly bizarre characters, with some flaws, but basically likeable, my favorite is Agatha Raisin ( by M.C. Beaton )
__ If, on the other hand, you love series with young female amateur detectives, from the 1920s, I adore:
_The Royal Spyness by Rhys Bowen
_ Ginger Gold Mysteries by Lee Staruss
_ Daisy Dalrymple by Carola Dunn
_ Clara Fitzgerald Mysteries by Evelyn James
__ Talking about Victorian era Mysteries my favs are :
_ Lady Emily by Tasha Alexander
_ Mrs. Jeffires Mysteries by Emily Brightwell
These are just a few suggestions, but in this group you will find thousands tips and I hope you'll soon find the one that will make you passionate about the characters and stories :-)
Hello Rhiannon, Kali and Lady !!Welcome to this beautiful group, I'm here just for few days and I like it very much.
As Kali I love reading cozy and soft mysteries a watching soft crime tv series, but really don't like to hear something about real murders like in reality shows on tv news, they have the power to impress me in a negative way, they make me feel so upset, while in fiction what I am passionate about is following the investigation, discovering clues and doing a work of logical deduction through what the witnesses say and trying to find the culprit .
( a little note : I'm from Italy, so sorry for any grammar or form error you may find in post )
Tiziana wrote: "Kirsty wrote: "Hi guys! I'm Kirsty from ScotlandI want to get into more mystery and have bought a ton of them over the years such as Agatha Christie etc.
But I'm not sure where to start, being in..."
Thank you so much, Tiziana! I really love historical fiction so Victorian-era mysteries and 1920s mysteries would be perfect.
I can't wait to give your suggestions a go, thank you again :)
Kirsty wrote: "Thank you so much, Tiziana! I really love historical fiction so Victorian-era mysteries and 1920s mysteries would be perfect.I can't wait to give your suggestions a go, thank you again :)"
You're welcome, I hope you'll like them as I did :-)
I forgot to say you that I was in Scotland once and I love your country and the Scots so much, I thought I'd meet colder people than Italians, instead they are the kindest and most willing to help others I've ever met in my travels in Europe!
Thank you! :D