Cozy Mysteries: Where Comfort Meets Chilling Intrigue and the Paranormal
Mystery lovers, rejoice! The world of cozy mysteries has expanded in recent years, offering a plethora of options for readers looking to curl up with a good book and unravel a thrilling murder case. But if you’re a fan of the supernatural and the occult, you may find yourself craving for a unique blend of cozy comfort and chilling intrigue. Well, look no further because we’ve got you covered with the top 8+ cozy mystery books for 2025 that are a perfect mix of witchy, paranormal, fantasy, and murder mysteries.
1. “The Witch of Willow Ridge” by Heather Blake
Set in the charming town of Willow Ridge, this cozy mystery follows the story of Darcy Merriweather, a witch who has recently discovered her powers. When she inherits a bookstore from her aunt, Darcy also inherits a knack for solving murders with her intuitive abilities. But when her best friend is accused of a crime she didn’t commit, Darcy must use all her magical skills to clear her name and find the real culprit.
2. “A Potion for Tragedy” by L.A. Kornetsky
In this first installment of the “Magic Potion Mystery” series, we meet protagonist Stacy Graysin, a bartender who also happens to be a witch. When a wealthy socialite dies under mysterious circumstances after drinking one of Stacy’s potions, she is determined to prove her innocence and find the real poisoner. With the help of her talking parrot and her quirky coven, Stacy uncovers a web of secrets and discovers that everyone has something to hide.
3. “Midnight at the Bright Ideas Bookstore” by Matthew Sullivan
This dark and haunting mystery follows the story of Lydia, a bookstore clerk who witnesses the suicide of one of her regular customers. But when she discovers a photo of herself as a child in the dead man’s belongings, Lydia becomes entangled in a decades-old mystery involving her own tragic past. With the help of the eccentric bookstore staff, Lydia must unravel the truth behind the suicide and confront her own demons.
4. “The Witch Elm” by Tana French
From acclaimed mystery writer Tana French comes a gripping tale of murder, secrets, and witchcraft. When Toby, a young man with a charmed life, is brutally attacked and left for dead, he seeks refuge in his ancestral home, the Witch Elm. But as he and his family try to come to terms with the trauma, Toby begins to uncover dark secrets and a history of violence that threatens everything he thought he knew about his family.
5. “Witch Way Home” by Eve Paludan and Stuart Sharp
In this fast-paced mystery, best friends and amateur detectives, Winnie and Hank, stumble upon a hidden witch coven while exploring the woods near their town. When a murder happens within the coven, Winnie and Hank must use their detective skills and Winnie’s own budding witchcraft abilities to uncover the truth and save the coven from being exposed.
6. “Murder Casts a Spell” by Heather Blake
In the second book of the “Wishcraft Mystery” series, protagonist Darcy Merriweather finds herself in the middle of another murder case. This time, the victim is a psychic medium who has been killed in Darcy’s aunt’s bookstore. With her psychic abilities and the help of her aunt’s ghost, Darcy must navigate through the town’s secrets and suspects to catch the real killer.
7. “The Apothecary’s Poison” by R.S. Belcher
Set in a fantasy world where magic and alchemy are intertwined, this book follows the journey of Apothecary and alchemist, Thomas Harriott, as he investigates a series of poisonings in his town. With the help of his apprentice, a young witch, and his magical companion, Thomas uncovers a sinister plot that threatens to destroy the very foundations of magic itself.
8. “A Discovery of Witches” by Deborah Harkness
In this bestselling novel, historian and witch Diana Bishop accidentally uncovers a long-lost manuscript that holds the secrets of all creatures – vampires, witches, and demons. As she delves deeper into the mysteries of the manuscript, she catches the attention of a powerful vampire, Matthew Clairmont, who helps her navigate through the dangerous world of magic and dark