Cozy Mysteries make me Happy…

I read. A LOT. I read because my heart and soul are happy when I’m reading, I read becasue my brain feels sluggish when I have not read for a few days. I read because it’s good for me.

With that being said, I don’t generally read the “heavy” books- the ones that drag you down, are filled with sorrowful events and things of that nature. I read lots of books- but some of the ones I enjoy the most are in the “cozy” category. I like picking these books back up, reading stories about characters that I’ve come to enjoy, and the community that exists in each of the cozy books.

Do you read cozy books? If you do, share the ones you read. If you think you don’t like cozy books- perhaps you have not found the right one. I’d be glad to share my favorite cozy authors!

If you do read cozy books, think about #payingitforwardwithcozymystery to a friend- introduce them to a new book. Buy a book to donate. Spread the word of your love for cozy books. Tweet the author and tell them how much you enjoy their books!

With the holidays around the corner, people are looking for ways to relax. Nothing better, for me, than a cozy and a cup of hot chocolate.

Pay it Forward with a Cozy Mystery: Cleo Coyle

I adore cozy mysteries. Absolutely adore them. Have been reading them for YEARS. Joanne Fluke was probably my first cozy mystery. So deciding my favorite cozy author to talk about was pretty hard.

What tipped me in the favor of Cleo Coyle was this fact: my brother picked these books out for me. About four Christmases ago, he gave me the first book in her series. It was love at first read while enjoying my mug of hot chocolate.

While most cozy books take me to a magical place, Cleo Coyle and her mysteries (along with her coffee recipes!) makes my days brighter.

What a great idea! Pay it Forward with Cozy Mysteries!

You know how I LOVE my cozy books. A little mystery, some great characters, and a florist/coffee shop/bakery owner and I’m in bookish heaven. Love. Through Twitter (ya’ll know I can’t stop talking about some Twitter, either!) I found the Cozy Mystery Reviews (@cozyreviews). This is a Twitter account that should be my BFF. Talking about cozy books and making recommendations- be still my heart.

Anyway- they have a great idea about Paying it Forward with Cozy Mysteries- to spread the word on some great cozy authors (and maybe to add more authors to their reading list?!) For the information on how to Pay it Forward with Cozy Mysteries– read their blog post.

I think it’s a genuis idea!

Off to #payitforwardwithcozymysteries myself!