We point out free and bargain cozy mysteries to each other, and recommend certain books that are/were free (or the opposite!).
Because Kindle freebies are easiest to find, the majority of the books listed are from Amazon, but freebies and bargains from other retailers and in other formats are more than welcome!
In case no retailer is specifically mentioned in a post, it is safe to assume it's for Amazon US.
Be aware that many freebies are only free for a day, so grab them fast!
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Cozy mysteries, also referred to simply as "cozies," are a subgenre of crime fiction in which sex and violence are downplayed or treated humorously, and the crime and detection take place in a small, socially intimate community.
Cozies virtually never dwell on sexuality or violence, or employ any but the mildest profanity.
Avoidance of explicit sex and violence, emphasis on puzzle-solving over suspense, a small-town setting, and a focus on a hobby or occupation are all frequent elements of cozy mysteries. The precise boundaries of the sub-genre remain vague, however, with the work of authors such as Aaron Elkins and Philip R. Craig considered borderline cases.
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