Throughout my life, I’ve read a lot of books. As an avid reader since I was in third grade, many books have entered my life and many books have quickly moved on from my memory. This list is recognition of the books I’ve read that never truly left my brain. If you’re looking for vibeyContinue reading “Books I Can’t Stop Thinking About”
Author Archives: Jori (J.J.) Hanna
Book Club Discussion Questions for The Regulars of Amanda Lexie by J. J. Hanna
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An Interview with J. J. Hanna
I had the pleasure of sitting down with Ali from Reading at Eventide, a fiction-focused bookstagram account. She asked wonderful questions and was gracious enough to allow me to share those questions and answers with you. Make sure to check out her account, especially if you prefer romance, historical fiction, or young adult! Reading atContinue reading “An Interview with J. J. Hanna”
It’s Release Day!
Where do I even begin? This summer has been one of the most wonderful experiences of my life. I’ve met so many lovely readers, baristas, and writers over the last few months and have been so blessed by the reception my debut book has received! From the librarians at ALA in Chicago to the theContinue reading “It’s Release Day!”
Colorado Crime (Fiction) on the Rise
As I walk through my local libraries and bookstores, I find that we have shelves upon shelves of mysteries and thrillers. I kid you not, my local library branch is approximately half-full of only mysteries and thrillers. I’m not complaining, I will never run out of books to read. But I did notice upon furtherContinue reading “Colorado Crime (Fiction) on the Rise”
It’s almost time!
There are only 22 days until the release of The Regulars of Amanda Lexie. I’ve had a surreal first launch, and if you’ll humor me, I’d love to tell you all about it. First, I know you’re all wondering. Where can you order this book? I’m pleased to say it will be available through allContinue reading “It’s almost time!”
Reflections from Over a Decade in the Publishing Industry
It feels impossible that I’ve been in the publishing industry for over a decade. In that time, I’ve self-published, worked as a literary agent, an acquisitions editor, a developmental editor, a cover designer, and a book marketer. My clients range from independent authors to traditionally published authors with large houses. As I look back onContinue reading “Reflections from Over a Decade in the Publishing Industry”
Thriller and Mystery Books and Authors Influencing My Writing
No author writes in a vacuum, although we do our best to avoid blatant duplication wherever we can. I’m no exception to this rule. As such, I wanted to give credit where it is due to the books that have most impacted me over the years and that have helped inform the types of storiesContinue reading “Thriller and Mystery Books and Authors Influencing My Writing”
The Regulars of Amanda Lexie
Foreword Reviews BOOK OF THE DAY View The Announcement “Original and highly entertaining … A perfect cozy thriller“ – Elizabeth Musser, award-winning and bestselling author “Smart, engaging, and filled with satisfying twists“ – PeggySue Wells, award-winning and bestselling author Releasing August 11, 2026 from Torchflame Books Join the Official Launch Party! Early Praise for TheContinue reading “The Regulars of Amanda Lexie”
Christmas Chaos: a Slice of Life Short Story
© J. J. Hanna 2024 “This store is chaos,” Annie said into the phone as she frantically tried to maneuver her cart out of the aisle she’d been blocked into. “That’s what you get for leaving your shopping to the last minute,” Rachel quipped. “Have you found anything good?” “Legos for my nephew, a newContinue reading “Christmas Chaos: a Slice of Life Short Story”