Hi, Jayne! Welcome back! How has the past three years been since we last spoke for Sleep No More?

Has it really been three years?  Things have been good—it’s all a blur—but good. Thanks for inviting me back. It’s great to be in touch again.

Your latest novel, The Shop on Hidden Lane, is out now! If you could only describe it in five words, what would they be?

Psychic suspense with a dog.

What can readers expect?

A hero and heroine from feuding families who are forced to work together to recover a secret device that both clans have sworn to protect. There is murder by psychic means. And a dog.

Where did the inspiration for The Shop on Hidden Lane come from?

When it comes to plots with a psychic vibe all I have to do is open the plot cupboard.  The ideas fall into my hands.  Turns out the U.S. Government as well as other governments, major universities and private contractors spent decades running serious paranormal experiments in an arms race effort to create psychic spies and weapons.  Really, you can’t make this stuff up. 

Were there any moments or characters you really enjoyed writing or exploring?

The book was fun to write but I especially enjoyed creating the mysterious art colony in the red rock country of Arizona.

Did you face any challenges whilst writing? How did you overcome them?

Every book is a challenge.  Writing wouldn’t be any fun if that were not true. When it comes to dealing with writing challenges, there is only one way that works for me:  keep writing. I can always go back and fix it.

What are some of the key lessons you’ve learned when it comes to writing and publishing since your debut?

Know your core story and be prepared to reinvent yourself over and over again. Publishers change, genres evolve, marketing methods are always a moving target.

What’s next for you?

The title of my May release is ENTER THE NIGHTMARE.  It’s futuristic psychic suspense set on the planet Harmony. I write that series as Jayne Castle.  No dogs involved but there are dust bunnies.  Don’t ask.

Lastly, what books are you looking forward to picking up this year?

Lots and lots! Such as:  AND THE CROWD WENT WILD by Susan Elizabeth Phillips,  THE VERMILION SEA by Megan Chance and A BOX FULL OF DARKNESS by Simone St. James.

Will you be picking up The Shop on Hidden Lane? Tell us in the comments below!

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Need a little romance to kick start the new year? Well, look no further than these incredible January 2024 romance book releases! With new releases from Katee Robert, Jenny Holiday, Jayne Ann Krentz, and many more, along with some exciting debuts, read on to discover some new books!

The Breakup Tour by Emily Wibberley and Austin Siegemund-Broka

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A rising-star musician has a second chance at love with an old flame she remembers all too well in this swoony romance from the acclaimed authors of The Roughest Draft.

Midnight Ruin by Katee Robert

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Orpheus lost everything when he lost Eurydice’s love…but now he’s ready to brave the Underworld to take her back, even if that means going toe-to-toe (and heart-to-heart) with the right-hand man of Hades himself.

Last Call At The Local by Sarah Grunder Ruiz

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Opposites attract when a free-spirited American singer-songwriter with ADHD teams up with a charming Irishman to revitalize his family’s pub in the next heartfelt romance from the author of Luck and Last Resorts.

Red String Theory by Lauren Kung Jessen

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In this charming rom-com about two star-crossed lovers, a woman whose life is guided by her belief in the red-string of fate finds her perfect match—but his skepticism about true love puts a knot in their chances.

Hedging Your Bets by Jayne Denker

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Opposites attract in this enemies-to-lovers romantic comedy of feuding neighbors and dueling hearts from Jayne Denker, the author of The Rom-Com Agenda.

Not Bad for a Girl by Anastasia Ryan

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From hilariously awkward lunch breaks to cringe-worthy Zoom calls, this workplace comedy of errors is sure to put a smile on your face.

Never Blow a Kiss by Lindsay Lovise

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In this delightfully witty Victorian romance, a governess spy running away from her past falls for an ex-soldier turned railroad magnate—perfect for fans of Manda Collins and Bridgerton!

Say You’ll Be Mine by Naina Kumar

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In this utterly charming debut romance, a teacher with big dreams joins forces with a no-nonsense engineer to survive an ex’s wedding and escape matchmaking pressure from their Indian families. Their plan? Faking an engagement, of course.

Love, Me by Jessica Saunders

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Reminiscent of novels by Sophie Kinsella and Rebecca Serle, Love, Me is a sweet, honest foray into love, marriage, and the fantasy of a second-chance romance with the one that got away. Readers will find this lively debut romance book easy to devour and hard to put down.

Don’t Want You Like A Best Friend by Emma R. Alban

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A swoon-worthy debut queer Victorian romance in which two debutantes distract themselves from having to seek husbands by setting up their widowed parents, and instead find their perfect match in each other—the lesbian Bridgerton/Parent Trap you never knew you needed!

Recipe for a Charmed Life by Rachel Linden

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After a day of unrivaled disappointments, a promising young chef finds every bite of food suddenly tastes bitter. To save her career, she travels to the Pacific Northwest to reconnect with her estranged mom, and discovers a family legacy she never suspected in this delicious novel from the bestselling author of The Magic of Lemon Drop Pie.

Canadian Boyfriend by Jenny Holiday

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Fate brings together a ballet teacher and a hockey player in this big-hearted novel about second chances and taking risks by the bestselling author Entertainment Weekly calls the “master of witty banter.”

Love, Naturally by Sophie Sullivan

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A charming opposites-attract romance, Love, Naturally by Sophie Sullivan is for anyone who ever stepped outside their comfort zone and found that all the best things can happen when you take a chance.

The Night Island by Jayne Ann Krentz

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The disappearance of a mysterious informant leads two people desperate for answers to an island of deadly deception in this new novel in the Lost Night Files trilogy by New York Times bestselling author Jayne Ann Krentz.

The Lily of Ludgate Hill by Mimi Matthews

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Fortune favors the bold—but is a confirmed spinster daring enough to loosen the reins and accept a favor from the wicked gentleman who haunts her dreams?

Principles of (E)motion by Sara Read

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Lessons in Chemistry meets advanced mathematics in Sara Read’s heartwarming, STEMinist novel, PRINCIPLES OF (E)MOTION follows a female genius who solves a famously elusive math problem only to struggle with anxiety and prejudice when challenged to prove that the work is her own.

What January romance books are you looking forward to reading? Tell us in the comments below!

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Hi, Jayne! Can you tell our readers a bit about yourself?

Hello! I write romantic suspense with a psychic twist and I love what I do.

When did you first discover your love for writing?

I came to writing rather late compared to many authors.  I was a reader first and I read a LOT. Still do.  But at some point in my twenties I decided that I wanted to tell the stories my way. I didn’t think I could write better than anyone else, I just wanted my characters, my dialogue and my endings.  It started out as a challenge, an adventure, an entertaining way to explore my creativity.   But somewhere along the line it became a compulsion; an addiction.  Now if I’m away from my writing for too long I get restless.

Quick lightning round! Tell us the first book you ever remember reading, the one that made you want to become an author, and one that you can’t stop thinking about!

The first book I remember was reading WINNIE-THE-POOH with my mother.  The one that made me want to become an author was RESTOREE by Anne McCaffrey and the one I can’t stop thinking about is the one I’m writing right now. (The title is THE NIGHT ISLAND, in case you’re curious.  It’s the next book in The Lost Night Files series).

Your latest novel, Sleep No More, is out now! If you could only describe it in five words, what would they be?

Amnesia! Murder! Podcast! Psychic talents!

What can readers expect?

The creepy Carnelian Sleep Institute (You can check in…), an illegal drug experiment designed to give the research subjects psychic talents, romance and murder.  What can possibly go wrong?

Where did the inspiration for Sleep No More come from?

I’ve always wanted to do an amnesia plot and I’m fascinated with dreams.  It all came together in this series.

Were there any favourite moments or characters you really enjoyed writing or exploring?

I’m partial to my hero because, hey, he’s an author on deadline.  He needs to write but he’s got some serious sleepwalking issues.  Let’s just say he has to chain himself to his bed at night.

You have published well over 100 books in your career so far. How do you find the motivation and the inspiration for all of these incredible stories, characters and worlds you have crafted?

Coming up with the ideas and the motivation is the easy part. The hard part is shutting them down for a while so that I can relax.

What’s next for you?

I’m writing the next novel in The Lost Night Files series,  THE NIGHT ISLAND.

Lastly, are there any 2023 releases of yours that our readers should look out for?

I write romantic suspense under three names, Jayne Ann Krentz, Amanda Quick and Jayne Castle.  Next up for me is one of my Amanda Quick novels in my 1930s Hollywood Glam world of Burning Cove.  The title is THE BRIDE WORE WHITE. Out in May.

Will you be picking up Sleep No More? Tell us in the comments below!

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Shipped by Angie Hockman
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With her career dreams in her sights and a growing attraction to her competition Graeme, Henley Evans begins questioning her life choices. Because what’s the point of working all the time if you never actually live?

The Marriage Code by Brooke Burroughs
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In Brooke Burroughs’s endearing debut novel set in vibrant India, enemies turned allies encounter obstacles in an unexpected multicultural romance only to discover that in the end, love is love.

Love Songs for Skeptics by Christina Pishiris
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For fans of Josie Silver and Emily Henry, this charming and quirky debut has it all: childhood friends, love triangles, enemies-to-lovers, and a My Big Fat Greek Wedding subplot.

Enjoy the View by Sarah Morgenthaler
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A grouchy mountaineer, a Hollywood starlet. And miles of untamed wilderness… What could possibly go wrong?

Ever After Always by Chloe Liese
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Buckle up for an emotional journey of hijinks, heartache, and a hot slow-burn in this marriage-in-crisis romance about going the distance to make love last.

Siri, Who Am I? by Sam Tschida
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A Millennial with amnesia uses her Instagram account to piece together her identity in this hilarious and whip-smart comedy about the ups and downs of influencer culture.

The Ballad of Hattie Taylor by Susan Andersen
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A daring young woman pushes back against societal constraints in a feminist, coming-of-age Western romance from New York Times bestselling author Susan Andersen.

The Meet-Cute Project by Rhiannon Richardson
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To All the Boys I’ve Loved Before meets Save the Date in this sweet and hijinks-filled rom-com about a teen girl who will do whatever it takes to find a date for her sister’s wedding.

The Ex Talk by Rachel Lynn Solomon
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Public radio co-hosts navigate mixed signals in Rachel Lynn Solomon’s sparkling romantic comedy debut.

All the Colors of Night by Jayne Ann Krentz
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Two psychics plunge into a dark world of deadly secrets in this second instalment of the Fogg Lake trilogy by New York Times bestselling author Jayne Ann Krentz.

Mr Right Across the Street by Kathryn Freeman
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Mia Abbott’s move to Manchester was supposed to give her time and space from all the disastrous romantic choices she’s made in her past. But then the hot guy who lives opposite – the one who works out every day at exactly 10 a.m., not that Mia has noticed thank-you-very-much – starts leaving notes in his window…for her.

Happy Singles Day by Ann Marie Walker
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As a Certified Professional Organizer, everything in Paige Parker’s world is as it should be. Perfect apartment, perfect office, perfect life. And now, the perfect vacation planned to honor Singles Day. As the owner of a now-dormant bed & breakfast, Lucas Croft’s life is simple and quiet. It’s only him and his five-year-old daughter, which is just the way he likes it. But when Paige books a room that Lucas’ well-intentioned sister listed without his knowledge, their two worlds collide.

What January romance books have you been loving? Tell us in the comments below!

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