TELL THE DAMN STORY, ep 319: A Night of Witches, Murder, and Cozy Mysteries with Felicity Green
How do you write fascinating mystery tales without dry plots, disappointing characters, and dull backdrops? Here’s where you’ll find out.
Welcome to another exciting episode of "Tell The Damn Story"! In today's episode, cohosts Chris and Alex sit down with the incredibly talented Felicity Green, a master of paranormal cozy mysteries.
Felicity's journey from a translator for indie authors to a celebrated author in her own right is nothing short of inspiring. From her beginnings in urban fantasy, Felicity found her true calling in cozy mysteries, where she delights in weaving intricate puzzles and supernatural elements in lush surroundings.
Alex and Chris delve into her writing process, her love for character development, and the cozy mystery genre's unique charm and structure.
Felicity reveals how she crafts her atmospheric settings, quirky characters, and engaging plots, all set against the enchanting backdrop of a small UK community steeped in regional folklore.
Felicity will also share invaluable insights into the business of cozy mysteries, from independent publishing to marketing strategies, and how she balances writing with connecting to her readers.
Whether you're an aspiring writer or a genre fan, this episode is packed with tips, anecdotes, and behind-the-scenes revelations you won't want to miss.
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04:34 Book set in cozy Scottish town with witches.
08:06 Comparison of cozies to "Murder She Wrote."
10:17 Depicting supernatural and paranormal essence in story.
15:32 Incorporating real folklore into cozy mystery series.
18:33 Studied drama, acted, wrote plays, produced.
21:31 Discovering indie authors led to trying writing.
25:54 Opening line creates immediate atmospheric mystery.
29:50 Cozy village turns dark with unexpected murders.
33:36 Trust cover designer for book sales success.
34:08 Choose cover designer based on genre appeal.
39:59 Prefer monthly newsletters over weekly ones.
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