What are some of the best cozy novels?

Well, 'Murder, She Wrote' novels are excellent cozy crime reads. Jessica Fletcher, the main character, always seems to stumble upon murders and solve them with her wits. Then there's 'The No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency' by Alexander McCall Smith. Set in Botswana, it follows the adventures of Precious Ramotswe as she solves various cases in a very charming way. Also, 'The Thursday Murder Club' by Richard Osman is really good. A group of retirees in a retirement village get together to solve cold cases.

The 'Flavia de Luce' series by Alan Bradley is among the best. Flavia is an 11 - year - old chemist in 1950s England who solves mysteries in her small village. It has a unique charm with Flavia's precocious nature. 'Chocolate Chip Cookie Murder' by Joanne Fluke is also good. It combines baking and mystery - solving in a small - town Minnesota setting. And 'The Southern Sisters' series by Anne George, which features two elderly sisters getting involved in various local mysteries in Alabama.

For beginners, 'The Purpose - Driven Life' by Rick Warren is a great start. It's more of a self - help Christian book but written in a very approachable way. It helps readers understand the purpose of their lives in the context of Christian faith. Another good one is 'The Hiding Place' by Corrie ten Boom. It's a true story about a family who hid Jews during the Holocaust and their strong Christian faith that carried them through those difficult times. It's an inspiring and easy - to - understand read.

Skipping Christmas by John Grisham is a fun read. It's about a couple who decides to skip all the Christmas fuss and go on a cruise instead. But things don't go as planned, and it has some really humorous moments as well as some touching family - centered parts.

Well, the best cozy romance novels often have a small - town or a confined setting like an office or a cottage. This creates a sense of intimacy. For example, in 'The Kiss Quotient' by Helen Hoang, the main characters interact in a rather closed - off world of work and family, which makes their relationship more focused.

One example of best cozy fiction is 'The Cat Who' series by Lilian Jackson Braun. It features a journalist and his Siamese cat, and the mysteries they encounter in a small town. Another is the 'Miss Marple' series by Agatha Christie. The elderly Miss Marple uses her shrewd observations of human nature to solve crimes in a charming, village - like setting. Also, 'The No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency' by Alexander McCall Smith is great. It's set in Botswana and follows the adventures of Precious Ramotswe as she solves various cases in a warm - hearted and often humorous way.

Some popular cozy novels include 'The Cat Who...' series by Lilian Jackson Braun. It features a journalist and his Siamese cat solving mysteries in a small town. Another is 'Agatha Raisin' series by M.C. Beaton. Agatha is a feisty amateur detective in a Cotswold village. Also, 'Miss Marple' novels by Agatha Christie. Miss Marple uses her shrewd observations of human nature to solve crimes in her quiet English village.

'Me Before You' by Jojo Moyes has a love story that develops in an unexpected way. The relationship between Louisa and Will is complex and deep. And there are elements related to new beginnings which can be associated with weddings in a way. It's a story that will make you cry and smile at the same time.

'The Time Traveler's Wife' by Audrey Niffenegger has parts set in London. It's a unique love story where the male lead has a time - traveling disorder. The London parts add to the overall atmosphere of the story, and the love between the two main characters is so strong that it transcends time and space. It's a deeply moving and romantic novel.

Typically, they feature likable and relatable characters. For example, an amateur sleuth who could be a librarian or a baker. These characters are usually nosy in a charming way and have a strong sense of justice. Also, the mysteries are not overly gory or violent. They rely more on brain - teasing puzzles and the discovery of hidden secrets. There's often a touch of humor too, which lightens the mood and makes the reading experience more enjoyable.