Mystery inspiration

Author Jennifer J. Chow shares her expertise on what makes a great cozy mystery novel engaging and thrilling.

Tips on how to write a mystery novel that is well structured and emotionally compelling.

All photos by Justin Salem Meyer. Halloween has always been my favorite holiday to decorate for, and over the last few years it’s been my favorite excuse to get together with Justin and get creative. I loved the take on Miss Havisham we put together last year, and I’ve spent a lot of time since that shoot figure out what I wanted to do this year. I’ve always been into mysteries. Growing up on Agatha Christie, playing Nancy Drew computer games with my sister, devouring every Masterpiece…

Need some mystery writing prompts to give you some ideas for your story? Check out the 27 original mystery writing prompts in this post!

One of the biggest reasons J. K. Rowling turned the fans of her Harry Potter series into fanatics were—besides from the exceptional characters and rich world building—the clues and hidden secrets that were sprinkled through each book. These things had the fanatic fans searching the stor

Explore the intriguing world of mysteries with our detailed guide on "What Is a Mystery?" Discover the definition and over 20 fascinating examples that will keep you captivated. From unsolved crimes to enigmatic phenomena, dive into the realm of mystery and unravel its secrets with us. Perfect for fans of suspense, thrillers, and those who love a good puzzle to solve. Let's embark on a journey to uncover the mysteries that surround us every day!

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