We talk about “accidental” detectives; friends with benefits; the origin of the series; the need to invent the setting: Grand Lake City; and why the ideal reader is a grownup. And since Dave is also a musician, we discuss the power of music to evoke memories.

Herself an author, LeAna and I share writing tips, compare first- vs. third-person narration, the difference between accidental and amateur detectives, and the extent to which cozy readers have to suspend disbelief.