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Different Types of Cozy Mysteries

Cozy mysteries are the perfect type of book to curl up with on a cold winter’s day. You’ll find them light-hearted, fast-paced, and often have a touch of humor. They’re also usually clean, meaning there’s no graphic violence or sex.

There are so many different types of cozy mysteries that it can be hard to know where to start. That’s why I’ve put together a list of the different types of cozy mysteries – so you can find the perfect one for you!

Preppy Mysteries

Preppy mysteries are light-hearte...

Chasing the Curse – Video

Chasing the Curse a paranormal family saga short read is now available on Amazon in Kindle and Kindle. Unlimited.

Your Kindle and Kindle Unlimited copies of Chasing the Curse are are waiting for you here:

Book 1 – Curse of the Emerald Ring
Book 2 – Chasing the Curse
Book 3 – Cracking the Curse will be releasing soon.

Amazon bestselling author Sharon Michaels loves writing cozy mysteries filled with suspense, mature character, smart animals, a bit of paranormal and, later in life romance....

Curse of the Emerald Ring

Amazon bestseller Book 1 The Curse of the Emerald Ring a paranormal family saga short read is now available in Kindle and Kindle Unlimited.

Mix together a paranormal mystery, an animal spirit guide, a shapeshifting nanny, and several foolish young women and you have the makings of one family’s struggle to battle a vengeful curse created over a boiling caldron.

Your Kindle and Kindle Unlimited copies of Curse of the Emerald Ring are are waiting for you here:

Book 2 – Chasing the Curse r...

Tips for Reading Comfortably

I’m sure you know how important I believe reading is. Not only is it a great way to learn new things and gain knowledge, but it can also be a great source of relaxation.

Not all of us read comfortably. This may be due to several reasons, poor lighting, uncomfortable seating, or simply not holding a book or Kindle/e-reader in the proper position.

There are a few things you can do to make your reading experience more comfortable and relaxing:

1. Make sure that you have adequate lighting. This wil...

Childhood Holiday Memory

Favorite Childhood Holiday Memory

Beautiful Sweet Alice
Originally written December 25, 2017

Earlier this month on my Sharon Michaels Author Facebook page I posted a writing challenge. I took up the challenge and spent last Friday afternoon jotting down ideas. Writing this story, I found myself mixing fiction with real life memories. I guess I’d call this a fictional-bio childhood holiday memory short story.

I had to be five or six years old. My mom and I would walk to the drug store, grocery ...

Affirmations for Authors

Amazon Bestselling Author Sharon Michaels shares her five favorite affirmations for authors, writers and bloggers.

I keep these affirmations in front of me and read them daily – sometimes several times a day.

What would you add?

Please share your thoughts in the comments below.
Happy writing!

Here’s the link to all my books on Amazon:
https://author.to/AmazonSharonMichaels
Amazon bestselling author Sharon Michaels loves writing cozy mysteries filled with suspense, mature character, smart anim...

What’s a Cozy Mystery?

When you think of a cozy mystery, what’s the first thing that comes to mind?

How about:
– A setting that’s far from city life; typically, along or near the coast
– Small town characters who are easy to relate to
– A protagonist who makes friends easily but is also independent
– Solving local crimes
– A quiet, laid-back tone that allows readers to take it slow – not too fast paced or confusing

I discovered cozies about ten years ago and it quickly became my favorite genre for a relaxing read. Six...

Paranormal Cozy Mystery

Excited to share the video book trailer I created for the Witch’s Creek paranormal cozy mystery series. Perfect reading for October!

Witch’s Creek is a paranormal cozy mystery series without a murder. This series has suspense and a “what’s going on here” factor. The mystery in each book is more about finding answers than finding dead bodies. Both stories will have you cheering for the mature main characters and their later in life romance. These stories make fun reading on a cozy Fall ev...

Writing a Book Review

Are you a bookworm like me?
If yes, then chances are you’ve considered writing a book review or two on Amazon, BookBub or Goodreads.

And why not?
A well written book review can be great way to share your thoughts with potential readers and, potentially boost the visibility of that book you’ve enjoyed.

Where to begin.
Writing a book review for Amazon, BookBub or Goodreads is fairly easy. All you need is an account with the reviewing sites and a few minutes to compose your thoughts.

What did you l...

Paul Madison PI – Behind the scenes

A behind the scenes look at two of the main characters in the Paul Madison PI cozy mystery series.

You know about “insta-love” romances, right? The type of romance where two people look into each other’s eyes and fall instantly in love. Insta-love can happen in a cozy mystery series too. As an author, I wanted to capture that instant attraction between Paul Madison and Kathleen O’Brien and also give their romance the solid foundation it needed to carry them through the emotional twists and turn...