I'm glad you liked the interview +Lisbeth Mizula and that you found it really helpful! It was a super fun chat with Elizabeth and like you, I was happy that she shared so openly about herself, her writing journey and her writing process. It's always super fun when that happens :) Thank you for stopping by Lisbeth!
I know this interview is old, but I really enjoyed the interview! I've been on Elizabeth Spann Craig's website, reading about writing cozy mysteries. Right now torn between writing a cozy paranormal mystery or a plain old paranormal mystery. Thanks for sharing! :)
Is it a good or bad idea to introduce a new character that is going to become a friend of the protagonist and a member of the community every book or every two books? You are basically adding a little more interest and and sort of refreshing the interest in the book The Cozy mystery and the community. Is that a good idea or not?
I personally believe that it could be a fun to do, but it may limit your series due to overcrowding the stories as the series progresses. also, having a lot of characters could get a little confusing for the reader, unless you are able to make each one unique and outstanding from the rest. However, most importantly, I believe that each character should have a clear purpose within the story. It's like the lady said, Cozy mysteries are all about the puzzle...
I'm no expert on Cozy mystery @PatrickO'Neill, but I like the part that Elizabeth said that cozy mysteries are 'all about the puzzle.' So if the puzzle to your characters adds to the story.... it might be a good idea :) Cheering you on as you write your cozy mystery!
Two things really resonated with me and one surprised me. The last book I completed I wrote in 10 to 45 minute increments before going to my job. A few times every other week or so I would spend an hour or two at Panara or the library, but with kids you don't get that much free time. Writing within the constrictions of your genre is just how creative endeavors are. Look at any kind of poetry for example. Where I was surprised is that Elizabeth doesn't write her endings first.
Thanks +MuchoSpanish! It was such fun to chat with +ElizabethSpannCraig and I learned so much from her! I'm happy you found the interview enjoyable too :)
Just discovered your channel. Really enjoyed listening to your interview! Just received your e-book on self-publishing. You may want to update some of the information regarding Amazon's self-publishing programs. I haven't totally made up my mind to self-publish, but your outline is certainly a good "road map" to consider. Thanks for the info! I look forward to seeing more of your RUclips videos. Have a good week! Dianna Diatz
Awesome +Asher! I loved watching Murder She Wrote - it was always so interesting to watch Jessica Fletcher as she worked to solve the mystery ;) Thanks for stopping by Asher...
Sorry you grandma passed away +Asher... it's good that watching MSW brings back good memories for you. How fun that you watched five seasons in one day. I do that sometimes too when if I really want to binge watch something :)
That's good that you're okay with it... it's good to have the happy memories :) And thanks for using this channel as a resource... I hope you're able to get a lot of great tips from the different author interviews Asher :) Have a great day!
I'm so happy you enjoyed this interview with Elizabeth! She's was so great to chat with and shared so openly about her writing process and journey! So many great tips and I hope it was helpful for you Amber :) Happy writing!
@@CreateAStoryYouLove It was. I think I will need to go back and take notes because there was so much great stuff. Is there a transcript? I am so much better at remembering the written word than what I hear ha ha.
I'm so glad you found this interview helpful, Amanda! It was so great to chat with Elizabeth and learned so many great tips on writing productivity. Happy you enjoyed it Amanda. Happy writing :)
I love this interview! Both women share so openly it's better than reading a book on writing a cozy mystery. Thank you! thank you!
I'm glad you liked the interview +Lisbeth Mizula and that you found it really helpful! It was a super fun chat with Elizabeth and like you, I was happy that she shared so openly about herself, her writing journey and her writing process. It's always super fun when that happens :) Thank you for stopping by Lisbeth!
Love all of those book series she mentions.
I know this interview is old, but I really enjoyed the interview! I've been on Elizabeth Spann Craig's website, reading about writing cozy mysteries. Right now torn between writing a cozy paranormal mystery or a plain old paranormal mystery. Thanks for sharing! :)
Why not both?📖📚
@@gloriousexceptionalism2346 Thank you for the encouragement! Currently writing a cozy paranormal mystery for Camp Nano. Have a good week. 🤗
I've gotten hooked on Myrtle's adventures and how she drags poor Miles along for the investigation. lol.
Ms. Craig spoke of reading MC Beaton's Hamish MacBeth series. I love those. Always thought of them as "cozy police procedurals". :-)
Yes Hamish is like light inspector Morse
Is it a good or bad idea to introduce a new character that is going to become a friend of the protagonist and a member of the community every book or every two books? You are basically adding a little more interest and and sort of refreshing the interest in the book The Cozy mystery and the community. Is that a good idea or not?
I personally believe that it could be a fun to do, but it may limit your series due to overcrowding the stories as the series progresses. also, having a lot of characters could get a little confusing for the reader, unless you are able to make each one unique and outstanding from the rest. However, most importantly, I believe that each character should have a clear purpose within the story. It's like the lady said, Cozy mysteries are all about the puzzle...
I'm no expert on Cozy mystery @PatrickO'Neill, but I like the part that Elizabeth said that cozy mysteries are 'all about the puzzle.' So if the puzzle to your characters adds to the story.... it might be a good idea :) Cheering you on as you write your cozy mystery!
@@CreateAStoryYouLove Thank you!
Two things really resonated with me and one surprised me.
The last book I completed I wrote in 10 to 45 minute increments before going to my job. A few times every other week or so I would spend an hour or two at Panara or the library, but with kids you don't get that much free time.
Writing within the constrictions of your genre is just how creative endeavors are. Look at any kind of poetry for example.
Where I was surprised is that Elizabeth doesn't write her endings first.
Wonderful conversation! Very enjoyable and informative and you both have a great rapport.
Thanks +MuchoSpanish! It was such fun to chat with +ElizabethSpannCraig and I learned so much from her! I'm happy you found the interview enjoyable too :)
GREAT INFO! THANKS. (I loved the Cozy Mystery Format Outline at 15 mins)
Just discovered your channel. Really enjoyed listening to your interview!
Just received your e-book on self-publishing. You may want to update some of the information regarding Amazon's self-publishing programs.
I haven't totally made up my mind to self-publish, but your outline is certainly a good "road map" to consider.
Thanks for the info! I look forward to seeing more of your RUclips videos.
Have a good week!
Dianna Diatz
I'm not a cozy writer but this is really good for anyone writing a series. (Kent)
I used to watch MSW with my grandmother and mom. :)
Awesome +Asher! I loved watching Murder She Wrote - it was always so interesting to watch Jessica Fletcher as she worked to solve the mystery ;) Thanks for stopping by Asher...
:) my grandma passed away so now watching it brings back good memories. a couple years ago,I watched five season in one day. lol.
Sorry you grandma passed away +Asher... it's good that watching MSW brings back good memories for you. How fun that you watched five seasons in one day. I do that sometimes too when if I really want to binge watch something :)
thank you. :) I'm okay with it. Honestly, I kinda knew before the rest of the fam. And thanks for your channel. Gonna use this as a resource fosho.
That's good that you're okay with it... it's good to have the happy memories :) And thanks for using this channel as a resource... I hope you're able to get a lot of great tips from the different author interviews Asher :) Have a great day!
Create A Story You Love reminds me so much of Sheriff Donna from Supernatural. And Elizabeth is my favorite modern cozy writer!
Really enjoyed this thank you.
I'm so happy you enjoyed this interview with Elizabeth! She's was so great to chat with and shared so openly about her writing process and journey! So many great tips and I hope it was helpful for you Amber :) Happy writing!
@@CreateAStoryYouLove It was. I think I will need to go back and take notes because there was so much great stuff. Is there a transcript? I am so much better at remembering the written word than what I hear ha ha.
Best advice: Go easy on yourself ~38 min.
This is just superb - so much useful information - thank you both so much!
I'm so glad you found this interview helpful, Amanda! It was so great to chat with Elizabeth and learned so many great tips on writing productivity. Happy you enjoyed it Amanda. Happy writing :)
Elizabeth!! I love myrtle clover mystery I'm getting ready to read Cleaning is Murder book 13.
I have the murder she wrote theme as my ring tone.
Agatha Christie is my favorite and you are Next!!
Beautiful Content, ladies!
Thanks so much +Malan :) I'm happy you enjoyed our chat. I learned so much from +Elizabeth too!
Nice interview, but the volume difference made it painful to hear you both.