Writing a cozy mystery felt like building a puzzle. I had quirky characters, a charming small-town setting, and a clever little twist at the end—but once I read through the draft, I realized the story didn’t quite snap together the way it should have. Some scenes dragged, others felt too abrupt, and the clues weren’t landing the way I’d intended. I reached out to British Proofreading’s book editing service, and I’m honestly so relieved that I did. The editor completely understood the genre—light-hearted, but with stakes; comforting, but still clever. They helped restructure a few key chapters to improve the pace and tension. They also gave thoughtful feedback on my red herrings and helped me make the big reveal both satisfying and surprising. Most importantly, they helped me polish the dialogue so the humor and voice felt warm and authentic, not forced. After the edit, the story flows beautifully. It feels sharper, funnier, and more engaging. I’ve had early readers tell me they couldn’t put it down and loved how “everything just clicked.” If you’re writing cozy mysteries and want a fresh perspective that respects the genre’s charm, British Proofreading’s book editing service is the best support you can ask for.