Cozy Mysteries Make Great Reading

The cozy mystery genre has grown by leaps and bounds during the past couple of decades. Born in the 1920's during the Golden Age of detective mysteries, Agatha Christie is hailed as the forerunner of the genre. But was she really?

Read this brief history of the beloved "cozies" for the answer. Located on the BellaOnline Mystery Books site, when you finish the article click on forum on the right sidebar to join us for lively discussion on any mystery book topic.

What is your favorite cozy theme? Your favorite cozy author?

Dear Mystery Reader

It seems I should change the name of this blog to reader instead of writer. I seem to do much more of the former.

Currently, I am in training at BellaOnline as the new Mystery Books Editor. Very excited, and hopefully I will pass muster and become the permanent editor. I love what I am learning, and am excited for my possible future role on this site.

I will let you know when I hear official news!