The Heart of Cosy Romances with Cressida McLaughlin

In this warm and inspiring episode, bestselling author Cressida McLaughlin joins us to talk about her journey writing cozy romance novels and building a fulfilling creative career. From navigating rejection to finding joy in reader connections, Cressida shares honest insights into what it really takes to persevere as a writer.Living in Norfolk and drawing inspiration from places like Cornwall, Cressida discusses the importance of setting in her novels, her unique blend of planning and spontaneity when writing, and why cozy, small-town stories continue to resonate with readers. She also opens up about the value of having a great literary agent, the role of social media, and her aspirations to expand her readership internationally.✨ Whether you’re an aspiring writer, a romance reader, or simply curious about the creative process, this episode is full of encouragement, practical wisdom, and heart.Key Topics Covered:Writing cosy romances and women’s fictionOvercoming rejection and building resilienceThe importance of perseverance in publishingConnecting with readers and hosting eventsHow Norfolk and Cornwall inspire her settingsBehind-the-scenes of her writing processDreams of reaching an international audienceTakeaways:Perseverance is essential in a writing careerRejection is part of every author’s journeyReader connection brings immense joySetting plays a powerful role in storytelling👉 If you enjoyed this episode, please follow the podcast and leave a rating — it really helps support the show!