In this author interview episode of the Book Love Podcast, Matt sits down with Mollie Ann Cox (Mollie Cox Bryan) to talk about her writing journey, her love of cozy mysteries, and her historical fiction centered on Eliza Hamilton. We dive into how Mollie transitioned from journalism to fiction, what it really takes to balance writing with family life, and how the publishing industry has changed over the years. Mollie shares what draws her to cozy mysteries as a comforting genre, how she approaches character development, and the careful balance between historical accuracy and creative storytelling when bringing Eliza Hamilton to life. We also talk research, the challenges of endings, the importance of supporting local bookstores, and why historical fiction remains such a powerful way to explore timeless societal themes. Whether you’re a fan of cozy mysteries, curious about the writing process, or interested in Eliza Hamilton’s story beyond what history books tell us, this conversation offers insight, honesty, and plenty of bookish inspiration.

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• Connect on IG: https://www.instagram.com/molliebrya
• Connect on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@molliecoxbryan
• Website: https://molliecoxbryan.com/
• Email: molliebryan@comcast.net

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• 00:00 - Intro
• 03:50 - Molly's Journey into Writing
• 010:18 - Balancing Writing with Family and Work
• 15:30 - The Evolution of the Publishing Industry
• 20:40 - The Creative Process Behind Writing
• 25:10 - Cozy Mysteries Revisited
• 30:55 - Making The Eliza Hamilton Mysteries
• 01:11:40 - When Is A Book Finished?
• 01:14:55 - What's Up With Lemonade?
• 01:16:00 - Making a Good Story Great
• 01:20:15 - Book Releases
• 01:26:06 - Book Launch Plans
• 01:31:00 What's Next?
• 01:34:15 - Connect with Mollie
• 01:34:55 - Wrap Up Question
• 01:36:30 - Outro

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