In today's quick episode, we visit Hollywood's own Magic Castle for a spellbinding story of mischief and mystery!  We explore the importance of misdirection, and how it plays in magic and mysteries alike.  Best of all, we catch up with Margot Parish with Chapter Two of my newest short story, A Fright to Remember! Out now as part of the nine-story Cozy Mystery Tribe Anthology, A Haunting of Revenge. Pick up yours for your Kindle today! Come say hi on Twitter: https://twitter.com/CleverCase Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CaseyJonesAuthorPage/ And don't forget! You can get your very own free Margot Parish Mystery, She's Got A Ticket to Die: https://mailchi.mp/609a1dc2b370/yhhvz1btnr --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/authorcaseyjones/support

In today's episode, we explore the life and career of Dame Angela Lansbury and her impact on the mystery world. We dive into one of my favorite tropes, 'the Mystery Magnet', and the ongoing impact it has on its host!  We enjoy reminiscing on a favorite fall holiday treat, as well as ruminate on the challenges of writing a closed circle mystery in a haunted house!!  Meanwhile, enjoy this delicious recipe for Devil's Food No-Frost Cupcakes, and a free chapter of my newest mystery, A Fright to Remember, out now in the Cozy Mystery Tribe Anthology, A Haunting of Revenge.   Twitter: https://twitter.com/CleverCase  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CaseyJonesAuthorPage/ Free ebook She's Got A Ticket to Die: https://mailchi.mp/609a1dc2b370/yhhvz1btnr  --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/authorcaseyjones/support

In today's episode, we find out what make for effective costumes in a cozy mystery, how they're used, and what they say about the person wearing them! You'll also find out what the residents of Fletcher's Crossing might wear to a costume party, including my heroine, Margot Parish. Stick around for the next chapter of my upcoming cozy mystery, 'A Tisket, A Tasket, A Biscuit, A Casket'. Enjoy! For more, you can join me on Instagram, Twitter, Facebook, or even buy me a cup of coffee! Thanks for stopping by!  --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/authorcaseyjones/support

In today's episode, we look at what it takes to make a great chocolate chip cookie-- and what it has in common with a good cozy mystery. You'll find out what crucial ingredient is enriching the town of Fletcher's Crossing, and learn something new about my heroine, Margot Parish.  Stick around for the next chapter of my upcoming cozy mystery, 'A Tisket, A Tasket, A Biscuit, A Casket'. Enjoy! And here's the chocolate chip recipe I started with: https://basicswithbabish.co/basicsepisodes/2017/10/23/baressentials-7xwwz --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/authorcaseyjones/support

In today's episode, we explore what makes cozy mysteries so cozy, how a good subplot can open up your world and give supporting characters more depth, and discussing some tasty goings on in the kitchen! Stick around for the next chapter of my upcoming cozy mystery, 'A Tisket, A Tasket, A Biscuit, A Casket'. Enjoy! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/authorcaseyjones/support

In our first episode, we explore what makes cozy titles so charming, revisit some fine, fine examples, and look at how a great title can be the kernel for a charming story idea.  Stick around for the first chapter of my upcoming cozy mystery, 'A Tisket, A Tasket, A Biscuit, A Casket'. Enjoy! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/authorcaseyjones/support