Use the planned outline to guide the first draft of a cozy mystery, keeping the plot on track and ensuring that the intended story elements are included.

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Writing the first draft of a cozy mystery involves four main steps: setting writing goals, beginning with the murder, following your outline, and writing the ending.

Steps of Writing a Cozy Mystery: Write the First Draft

Start your story with the crime or shortly before it happens to hook your readers from the beginning.

Writing Mystery Write the First Draft - Step 2: Begin with the Murder

Once you've built up to the climax, write the ending of your story, making sure to tie up any loose ends and satisfy your readers' curiosity.

Writing Mystery Write the First Draft - Step 4: Write the Ending

When drafting a cozy mystery, decide how much you will write each day or week to stay on track. Setting small, achievable word-count goals helps sustain momentum and keeps you motivated through the first draft.

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