Welcome to Cozy Mysteries
On its way to becoming the coziest mystery corner on the web!
Welcome to Cozy-Mysteries.com—where every clue comes with a side of charm and a perfectly brewed cup of intrigue.
Cozy mysteries are the literary equivalent of curling up with a warm drink while something just a little bit dangerous happens nearby. They’re mysteries, yes—but softened with charm, humor, and a strong sense of community.
If you’ve got a minute, take a peek below to discover why cozy mysteries have become the fastest-growing subgenre in the book world for three years running.
Cozy On Into Fall
Your autumn cozy mystery escape is here.
Discover Fall, Halloween, and paranormal cozy mysteries, explore seasonal reading picks, and enjoy free printable reading lists, bookmarks, and a Fall reading journal.
There’s something truly special about cozy mysteries...
and it’s no surprise they’ve become such a beloved corner of the book world. Here’s why readers keep coming back for more:
A Comforting Escape
Cozy mysteries offer a gentle break from the noise of everyday life. With little to no graphic violence, language, or romance, they create a safe, relaxing space where readers can unwind and simply enjoy the story.
Endless Variety of Love
Whether it’s a quaint bakery, a haunted inn, or a small-town pet shop, cozy mysteries thrive in delightful niches. From paranormal puzzlers to culinary capers and animal-themed adventures, there’s a perfect series waiting for every kind of reader.
Stories You Can Settle Into
These mysteries are made for lingering. With familiar characters and ongoing storylines, readers often find themselves happily binge-reading series, returning again and again to places and people that feel like home.
A Fast Paced World of New Releases
Many cozy mysteries are independently published, which means authors can bring new stories to readers more quickly. It’s not uncommon to find several new installments each year—perfect for those who never want the mystery to end.
Uncover the Subgenre with Stories that fit your unique taste!
New Releases
October 2026
Wags and Wrongdoings: A Paw Paw’s Pet Bakery Cozy Mystery Book 7 (A Paw Paws Pet Bakery Cozy Mystery)
Author: Laina Turner
Release Date: October 9, 2026
Monologued To Death (Cuddle Farm Mysteries Book 2)
Author: Paty Jager
Release Date: October 10, 2026
Murder in the Wardrobe Department: A 1920s Hollywood Cozy Mystery (The Joyce Montegue Mysteries Book 3)
Author: D.A.E. Jackson
Release Date: October 10, 2026
The Gingerbread Ghostwriter: A Telltale Treat Mystery (The Telltale Treat Mysteries)
Author: Eleanor Kudo
Release Date: October 10, 2026
Treble At The Renaissance Faire: A Madrigal Singer Cozy Mystery
Author: Nicki Dohrn
Release Date: October 10, 2026
Wine, Whiskers & Murder : A cozy, small town, murder mystery (Mermaid Bay Wine Mystery Book 13)
Author: Lynn Joseph
Release Date: October 10, 2026
Threatened With Murder: A Violet Carlyle Cozy Historical Mystery (The Violet Carlyle Mysteries Book 51)
Author: Beth Byers
Release Date: October 11, 2026
Murder under the Harvest Moon: A Fall Festival Cozy Mystery (A Paisley Penrose Cozy Mystery)
Author: Cheryl Marlow
Release Date: October 12, 2026
Mystery at the Lantern Theatre: An absolutely addictive cozy mystery novel (An Eve Mallow Mystery Book 17)
Author: Clare Chase
Release Date: October 12, 2026
Eggnog & Evidence: A Maine Campground Cozy Mystery (Maine Campground Cozy Mystery Series Book 5)
Author: Nikki Weber
Release Date: October 13, 2026
French Toast a la Santa Fe (Couriers #2)
Author: Suzanne Stauffer
Release Date: October 13, 2026
Haunted Homicide (Jamie Winters Mysteries Book 8)
Author: Kelly Rey
Release Date: October 13, 2026
Midnight at the Savoy (A Priscilla Tempest Mystery, #5)
Author: Ron Base
Release Date: October 13, 2026
Murder, Pumpkins & Poison: A Fun Southern Fall Farm-to-Table Cozy Murder Mystery (A Hattie and Moose Cozy Mystery)
Author: Greta Sinclair
Release Date: October 13, 2026
The Bitter Harvest: A Green Haven Cozy Mystery
Author: Vivian Law
Release Date: October 13, 2026
THE CHANNEL ISLANDS CHRISTMAS MURDER: A BRAND-NEW addictive seaside village British cozy mystery (The Gull Bay Mysteries Book 8)
Author: ASHLEY CAIN
Release Date: October 13, 2026