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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 all… Read more
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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 on… Read more
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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 stories… Read more
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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 The… Read more
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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 new… Read more
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Off the Path: a Halloween Story
J. J. Hanna © 2024 It was the time of year when forests always seemed to beckon visitors off the path. Most of the time, trees are what they seem: strong, stoic plants that guard the wild spaces. They are wood and greenery, alive yet locked in place and limited to wherever their roots are… Read more