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Favorite Books of 2021

Mimi Lee Cracks the Code is on the favorites list for Kings River Life.

Bookstagrammer @bookish.heidi

“I mean, a cat who can speak to its owner telepathically? That’s pretty awesome! And then a cat/owner mystery solving duo? Doesn’t get much better than that!”⁣

Milwaukee Public Library

“Everyone needs this escapist #CozyMystery series by @JenJChow featuring Mimi Lee & her talking cat sidekick Marshmellow in their lives.”

Books A Plenty Book Reviews

“Makes for a great read that cat lovers and cozy fans alike will love. I totally loved it so I give it 5/5 stars.”

Escape with Dollycas

“Chow has encased her great characters in a complicated and fun mystery. There are plenty of suspects and some really nice twists and turns…”

Baroness’ Book Trove

“The characters are solid and the storyline is filled with fun and meaningful events. If you love mysteries with cats this is a good one for you.”

Bookstagrammer @novelsnlatte

“☕☕☕☕☕ This was a lighthearted and enjoyable cozy mystery. I’m really looking forward to reading the first two books now.”

Bookstagrammer @geauxgetlit

“Cute cozy mystery and perfect for animal lovers. Add a sprinkle of romance and this made for a perfectly timing #cozymystery to read. 4 ⭐️s”

UCLA Extension Writers’ Program

I’m on The Write Process podcast

NB Magazine on Midnight Hour

“There’s plenty to enjoy here, I also liked Midnight Escapade by Jennifer Chow and
Murderer’s Feast by HC Chan. This is an absorbing anthology…”

Fresh Fiction review

“Chow fabricates a complex mystery and adds a little romance and a brush with family issues.”

Bookstagrammer @always_reading1

“This was such a nice twist to a cozy mystery. I enjoyed the diversity among the characters
and the surprises along the way.”

Bookstagrammer @ceej_writes

“Also, it somewhat gave me a slice of life vibe, it’s a light read, and I can totally see it as a Lifetime movie.”

Bookstagrammer @booksloveandunderstanding

“This is such a fun cozy mystery and Mimi Lee is a delightful character along with her sassy cat Marshmallow.”

Bookstagrammer @carol_doscher_reader

“Mimi’s parents and sister Alice are fun characters. I enjoyed this cozy mystery and will be picking up the previous two books.”

Bookstagrammer @mybookandplants

“The perfect winter read… Chow has the amazing talent of balancing fun characters who solve creepy mysteries that leave you smiling.”

Have Cozy, Will Travel

My article in CrimeReads about cozies on the move.

Bustle

Mimi Lee Cracks the Code is on this list of 10 New Must-Read Books Out This Week!

Bookstagrammer @ilashreads

“This was a very cozy mystery that will keep you guessing.”

Bookstagrammer @rozierreadsandwine

“I love cozy mysteries and I love animals so any book that mashes up both is a hit with me. I was instantly drawn to the Sassy Cat subtitle because as any cat owner will tell you, aren’t all cats sassy to some degree?!?”

Phyllis Jones Pisanelli Reviews

“Mimi Lee Cracks the Code by Jennifer J Chow was a rollicking good time!”

Bookstagrammer @milesofpages

“The series keeps getting better and better…”

CrimeReads

Mimi Lee Cracks the Code is listed in this new releases roundup!

The Sun Sentinel

Review for MIDNIGHT HOUR and even a mention of me: “Other authors with solid stories include Frankie Y. Bailey, E.A. Aymar, Jennifer Chow and David Heska Wanbli Weiden, among others. These stories in “Midnight Hour” no doubt will inspire readers to seek out these authors’ other works.”

Bookstagrammer @rachaelbookhunter

“Marshmallow the talking cat is hilarious! I love Jennifer Chow’s sense of humor because she allows Mimi to get in embarrassing situations. Mimi is nosy & makes mistakes but she is a great sister & daughter.

It was a very cozy read, perfect for curling up with something fuzzy!”

Bookstagrammer @booksaremagictoo

“Who doesn’t love a catastic pun when it comes to a contemporary cozy mystery?! I’m not kittying around, the pet aspect of this one gave me some chuckles…”

Subakka Bookstuff

“Watch out Sherlock and Watson; you have sleuthing competition! Mimi Lee and her telepathic cat, Marshmallow, are on the case once again.”

Rajiv’s Reviews

“I adored Mimi and Marshmallow in the lead. This book is not the first cozy mystery I read where we have a talking animal sidekick, but I loved how the author portrayed Marshmallow.”

Miss W Book Reviews

(5-star review) “I absolutely LOVE this series…The characters are well written, complex , fleshed out, and FUN!”

Bookstagrammer @yamisbookshelf

“⭐️ ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️/ 5 (5 stars)

Who doesn’t love a cozy cat mystery? Well, I certainly do and Jen Chow does an amazing job with this one…This is one not to be missed at all. I highly recommend it.”

Bookstagrammer @readingwithmere

“This book is particularly lovely since it has that “whodunit” element but it also gave us the cutest relationship with marshmallow and mimi. This was a fun one for the fall/winter weather and I’m looking forward to more from this author. If you love cozy mysteries be sure to check out the whole Sassy Cat Mystery series!”⁣

Bookstagrammer @readingwithmrsleaf

“What I really enjoyed was the California setting, laid back vibes, classic Hollywood references, a little romance and 1 very snarky cat.”

Bookstagrammer @literallybookedsolid

“The book made me want to steal away to Catalina Island, but hopefully without murders and my valuables disappearing. It was a fun ride!”

Bookstagrammer @tarheelreader

“Mimi and Marshmallow are SO CUTE. This was a refreshing change of pace for me right now, and I had fun with it.”

BuzzFeed’s Best Books for November

Mimi Lee Cracks the Code is on the list!

Ten Questions on Vicarious Thrills

Author interview on the Vicarious Thrills blog

The 13 Best New Mystery and Thriller Books

Mimi Lee Cracks the Code is lucky number 13!

Writing Crime at the Midnight Hour

Behind the Midnight Hour anthology

PopSugar list of Incredible New Books

Mimi Lee Cracks the Code is on this list!

Bookstagrammer @annegoodreads

“I loved this and will be reading all of Jennifer Chow’s books.”

Bookstagrammer @crystal.z.lee

“I absolutely adored the intrigue and humor of this series and hope to read the next Mimi Lee mystery novel too!”

Mysteries for the Modern Reader

Mimi Lee Reads Between the Lines is on this list!

Bookstagrammer @catinmylapbooks

“This cozy mystery by Jennifer J. Chow delivered in humor and intrigue.”

Praise from Publishers Weekly

About Mimi Lee Cracks the Code: “Chow offers original characters, clever banter, and a laid-back California vibe. This is perfect for lovers of crime-solving animal cozies.”

The Best Cozy Mystery Series to Read Right Now

Sassy Cat Mysteries are featured in this 20 of the Best Cozy Mystery Series

Sister love in books

Mimi and Alice are featured in this Northwest Asian Weekly article.

High-tech mysteries

I’m quoted in this Book Riot article about mysteries with high tech.

Bookstagrammer @kristens_reads

“The mystery within this novel was so well written, and I was left shook at the twist.”

Mood-Boosting Cozies

Mimi Lee Gets A Clue is listed alongside these other great books in BookRiot!

July 2021 Read

Selected by The Page Ladies

A Word With Jennifer J. Chow

On Dru’s Book Musings

Romance Pairs Well with Murder

Interviewed on Murder & Mayhem

Character Interview

Q &A with Mimi Lee

A recommended magical cozy on Crime Reads!

“Jennifer gives the cat THE BEST LINES. I was actually laughing out loud as I read this story (and the rest of the series).”

Bookstagrammer @cozyuptocrime

“New Fave Series Alert…This series is light, hilarious, and just really fun to read.”

Best Upcoming Cozy Mystery

Mimi Lee Cracks the Code is highlighted in this Book Riot article.

Murder by the Book Mystery Book Club

Mimi Lee Gets A Clue is picked by the book club at Worcester Public Library.

BookTok video

Mimi Lee Reads Between the Lines video on TikTok.

Bookstagrammer @pagecandy_

“Allow me to recommend the Sassy Cat Mystery Series by @jenjchow! They’re bright, fun, and the mysteries are captivating!”

Cover Reveal

Mimi Lee Cracks the Code is unveiled on Dru’s Book Musings.

Bookstagrammer @itsakittykatslife

“Such a great book…mystery, romance, and a talking cat named Marshmallow”

Mystery Audiobooks for AAPIHM

Both Sassy Cat books are recommended here.

Seven Exciting New Murder Mysteries

Mimi Lee Gets A Clue is on this list by BookRiot!

Murder Murder & Mayhem article

About millennial cozy mysteries

Bookstagrammer _nighttimereads Review

“I HAD SUCH A GOOD TIME READING THIS BOOK!”

BookRiot’s Favorite Animal Stories

Twenty-five wonderful stories, including Mimi Lee Gets A Clue

Escondido Library staff recommendation

“If you’re looking for a fun, light read that includes a brave Asian American protagonist, an intriguing mystery, silly antics, a fast paced plot, and a sarcastic and loveable cat, this book is for you!”

AudioFile Magazine review

About Mimi Lee Reads Between the Lines: “Natalie Naudus does a great job bringing key characters to life, both human and feline. She creates a wonderfully funny and believable character in Marshmallow, whose cat-centric asides are peppered throughout the audiobook.”

NYT Bestselling Author Krista Davis recommends Mimi Lee Gets A Clue!

A BookBub rec.

Bookstagrammer review @readspace1

Susan says this about Mimi Lee Gets A Clue:
“This was wonderful, you can’t help but get swept along with Mimi …”

Featured in BuzzFeed

“17 Cozy Mysteries To Read That’ll Make You Feel Like You Could Solve A Murder”

The Second Line Show

“Cozy Up with a Mystery!” panel; moderated by Nola Nash

SINC-UP Video

My mind tricks for writing

Phyllis Jones Pisanelli Review

“If you need to lighten up your life, check out the Sassy Cat Mystery Series. You’ll be glad you did.”

Kings River Life Review

“Mimi and her clients are the stars of this unique and very entertaining series, which blends telepathic cats, criminal puzzles, family miscommunications, and romantic intrigue.”

Under-the-Radar Books

Mimi Lee Reads Between the Lines is on Frolic’s December list.

A Must-Read Suggestion

A must-read 2020 book for me (along with suggestions from other authors).

Open Book Society Review

“The fascinating mystery had me stymied, the characters are well-defined, and I appreciated how close-knit Mimi and her family is…I highly recommend this cozy mystery!”

Bookish Gifts Guide

Mimi Lee Reads Between the Lines is in NetGalley’s guide of gifts for bookworms

Liz & Lisa

Mimi Lee Reads Between the Lines is in Liz & Lisa’s “Best Books” of December Post

Book Riot mention

Mimi Lee Gets A Clue is mentioned on this podcast

Fresh Fiction Review

“Well conceived mystery features telepathic feline sleuth”

Writer’s Digest guest post

Sharing some tips about writing cunning cozy mysteries

Jungle Red Writers

Talking about food on Jungle Red Writers

Katie’s Cottage Books

“Mimi Lee, our favorite pet groomer, is back in another fun mystery.”

CrimeReads essay

Adding Magic to Cozies

Northwest Asian Weekly

“In addition to the whodunnit mystery, Chow brings readers into the world of humans and the animals they love.”

Bookshop link

List of notable new releases

Writers Who Kill

WWK interview

Dru’s Book Musing

Interview of Mimi Lee

Writer’s Digest

Q&A by Robert Lee Brewer

IGTV interview

Spoke with Heather Gudenkauf

The Genre Minx

“A cozy mystery that makes you want to sink down into your most comfortable spot and dive right on in!”

Escape with Dollycas

“The author has done a great job with character development, human and feline. Marshmallow again stole my heart.”

Sarahlyn Bruck

Interviewed by Sarahlyn

The Avid Reader

“Mimi Lee Reads Between the Lines is a lighthearted cozy mystery with a cute kitten, a matchmaking mama, fun foreign fare, parent problems, a setup sister, one panicky principal. And a cheeky cat.”

Frolic

My fun article about virtual cuddles

Fresh Fiction

An exclusive interview on the Fresh Fiction blog

Brianne’s Book Reviews

“I found Mimi Lee Reads Between the Lines to be a cracking, fun and lighthearted cozy mystery…”

Books A Plenty

“Add in the ‘talking’ cat as well as a new fur baby this book was a fun read that cozy fans are sure to enjoy.”

The Nerd Daily

“[Mimi Lee’s] story is once again full of pet grooming shenanigans,
delicious Malaysian meals with her family, and intense sleuthing missions.”

Diane Reviews Books

“Mimi Reads Between the Lines is another great entry
in this cozy cat mystery series. 4 stars!”

The Big Thrill interview

Talking about Mimi Lee Reads Between the Lines

OverDrive Recommended Read

Mimi Lee Reads Between the Lines is a recommended read!

Anita Kushwaha Interview

A great Q&A from a fellow 2020 Debuts author.

LiteraryFeline

Mimi Lee Reads Between the Lines is on a want-to-read list!

CrimeReads Article

Mentioned in this article about non-traditional crime fiction voices

ManyBooks Interview

I’m talking about cozies & pet groomers in this fun Q&A.

Booklist Review

Mimi Lee Reads Between the Lines “will appeal to readers who enjoy Vivien Chien’s Noodle Shop mysteries, with their Chinese American heroines, as well as similar family dynamics and portrayals of savvy businesswomen.”

Crime Writers of Color

Listed alongside other diverse authors with upcoming reading attractions

Publishers Weekly Review

On Mimi Lee Reads Between the Lines: “This is catnip for fans of talking cat cozies.”

Cozy Mysteries for Cat Lovers

“This fast-paced, light and fun read features Malaysian-Chinese food, a fun loving family, lots of animals and a solid mystery that will be a challenge to figure out – my kind of mystery!” -Esme Addison, author of A Spell for Trouble

Independent Online Booksellers Association Review

On Mimi Lee Reads Between the Lines: “You won’t believe who the killer was!”

Bookseller Happy Hour

Mimi Lee Gets A Clue is listed alongside other genre books by Bookshop Santa Cruz

You Are Here Writers

Did a mini video workshop on how to write a series using IGTV.

Quick interview on Chat and Spin Radio

I have a short segment talking about my books on this UK nonprofit station. (Find me at the 34-minute mark.)

PhDiva Review

“A fun and fresh mystery that will certainly help you escape life into sunny California for a day!”

Little Library

Mimi Lee Gets A Clue is in the License Plate Library. “Cozy mystery fans, check out this new series! Jennifer J. Chow has created such a fun heroine with an amazing sidekick — Marshmallow, a talking cat!”

Reddit Thread

Achievement unlocked! Mimi Lee Gets A Clue is a recommended read on a Reddit AMA thread.

Kings River Life Magazine

A guest post about the fun of pet research.

Poisoned Pen Blog

“I haven’t loved a cat in a book this much since I read the first The Cat Who Could Read Backwards by Lillian Jackson Braun…” —Sherry Harris

POPSUGAR beach reads

Mimi Lee Gets a Clue is #2 on this list of summer must-reads!

Bookstagrammer love

“I highly recommend picking up a cozy mystery like this one, MIMI LEE GETS A CLUE. It’s so funny, I love the romance, and I liked the pet-themed mystery!”
@thephdivabooks

Booklist blurb

“This fluffy entertainment could prove irresistible.”

Writer Types Podcast

I’m interviewed on this amazing thriller, crime and mystery fiction podcast!

Book Dragon Blog

Five flames for Mimi Lee Gets a Clue! “This is the perfect evening read when conditions are right for staying inside.”

POPSUGAR’s list of best mysteries from this year

Mimi Lee Gets a Clue is on this list!

Mystery and thriller recommendations

Book suggestions from me and fellow authors.

Richland Library-Sandhills Staff Pick

Mimi Lee Gets a Clue is on their list!

Abigail’s Book Addiction

“Looking for a cozy mystery read? Mimi Lee will hook you up with her crazy adventures.”

Los Angeles Public Library Panel for APAHM

On a great panel with other Asian American authors: C.B. Lee (Not Your Sidekick), Mia Hopkins (Deep Down), Sarah Kuhn (Haunted Heroine), Jayci Lee (A Sweet Mess), and Suzanne Park (The Perfect Escape).

Mystery Recs of Asian American Authors

I’m one of a great list of Asian American authors suggested by Naomi Hirahara

Midwest Book Review

“Fans of animal-centered murder mysteries will love this feisty new protagonist and her animal cohorts.”

Ten Things I Miss

What I yearn for while sheltering in place in Los Angeles

Q&A on Ravishly

A lovely author interview

Book Interview on Nicki Chen Writes

Fun Q&A with Nicki Chen. Blog post is appropriately titled, “Need Something Fun to Read?”

#Read99Women

It’s my turn to blog about a book rec:
http://www.greermacallister.com/blog/2020/5/7/read99women-jennifer-j-chow

Book Riot soothing quiz

What a fun quiz that my book is part of!

Books & Boba podcast

A discussion on the podcast about Mimi Lee Gets a Clue!

Greer Macallister’s #read99women blog

Guest post by Agatha, Anthony, IPPY, and Lefty award-winning author Kellye Garrett, who recommends my book:
“Jennifer’s book has all the cozy/amateur detective staples: a cute cat (this one even talks!), amazing characters, and a great hook in Mimi as a novice pet grooming shop owner. But what I especially love is that she also takes the cozy tropes and turns them on their head.”