Craft an Unforgettable Cozy Mystery with the Cozy Mystery Novel-Plus Builder

Created by Kit Tunstall and TnT Author Services, the Cozy Mystery Novel Builder is your essential guide to crafting engaging, full-length cozy mysteries that keep readers hooked from start to finish. Designed for stories in the 55,000-70,000 word range, this builder provides a structured yet flexible roadmap to developing intricate plots, lovable characters, and a richly detailed setting, whether your mystery unfolds in a charming small contemporary town or a magical community brimming with secrets.

With a carefully structured 20-chapter framework, this guide walks you through every step of the process, from creating a compelling amateur sleuth with personality and purpose to establishing a vibrant setting that feels like a character itself. You'll learn how to weave in subplots, slow-burn romance and quirky side characters while layering red herrings, misdirections, and well-placed clues to keep readers guessing. The Cozy Mystery Novel (60k+) Builder ensures your story has the depth and complexity readers crave, delivering both justice and heartwarming resolution in the perfect cozy package.

Pro tip: If you're searching for a shorter format, check out our Cozy Mystery Short Novel Storybuilder, designed for fast-paced mysteries in the 30,000-40,000 word range with a tighter 13-chapter structure. Whether you're writing a standalone or a series, this tool gives you the flexibility to create a story that fits your vision while staying true to the genre's beloved traditions.

Start building your next page-turning mystery today!