Interview with Jane Hinchey, Author of What the Hex

What’s the story behind the story? What impressed you to jot down What the Hex?

I couldn’t wait to get again to Gravestone and discover Holly’s character much more in “What the Hex”. She’s at all times been an interesting and sophisticated character, and I wished to provide readers a deeper perception into her previous and motivations. And of course, what’s a great story with out a few sudden twists and turns? I made certain to sprinkle in some humor and giggle-worthy moments to maintain issues gentle and entertaining. But let’s discuss the romance – it’s a gradual burn that’ll make your coronary heart race! Watching Holly and Calder’s relationship develop was a real pleasure. They have nice chemistry, and their banter and pressure is bound to maintain readers invested. It’s at all times a pleasure to see characters discover love after navigating their very own distinctive challenges.

Overall, “What the Hex” is a satisfying and hilarious conclusion to the three-book arc, and it undoubtedly units the stage for much more thrilling adventures to come back. Readers will love attending to know Holly even higher and can be rooting for her each step of the method!

If you needed to decide theme songs for the major characters of What the Hex, what would they be?

Hmmm, I’d most likely go with Fight Song by Rachel Platten, Fast Car by Tracy Chapman, and Smells Like Teen Spirit by Nirvana.

What’s your favourite style to learn? Is it the identical as your favourite style to jot down?

It’s humorous, isn’t it? I’m a comfy thriller creator, but I don’t learn them fairly often! Don’t get me incorrect, I like a great cozy with its quirky characters, small-town settings, and witty banter. But with regards to my private studying selections, I’m all about the romantic city fantasy and paranormal romance genres. Now, don’t go considering that I’m all about the steamy stuff! These days, I favor my supernatural tales with a wholesome dose of suspense and a great thriller to resolve. There’s simply one thing a couple of puzzle that wants fixing that actually will get my coronary heart racing.

What books are in your TBR pile proper now?

I’m at present indulging in Steve Higgs’ “Blue Moon Investigations” collection, and let me let you know, these books are usually not your common cozy thriller. They’re extra like supernatural thrillers that maintain me on the edge of my seat, and I’m loving each minute of it! Next up on my studying checklist is Caroline Peckham’s “Zodiac Academy” and BR Kingsolver’s “Family Ties”. I can’t wait to see what sort of supernatural shenanigans they’ve in retailer for me.

But don’t fear, I’m not all about the supernatural. I like to combine it up and throw in a great old style romance each every now and then. That’s the place Abby Jimenez’s “Part of Your World” is available in. It’s a signed paperback that’s been sitting on my bookshelf simply begging to be learn. I’m saving it for once I want a complete palate cleanser in spite of everything the spooky stuff. Plus, who doesn’t love a great romance novel?

What scene in your e book was your favourite to jot down?

Well, I’ve acquired a pair! First off, Holly and Calder’s first kiss was an absolute blast to jot down. I imply, who doesn’t love a great slow-burn romance lastly heating up? I’ll have even set free slightly squeal of pleasure once I was writing it. Don’t inform anybody, although.

And then there’s Doris. Ah, Doris. Our senior sidekick who’s unpredictable, a complete cannon, and a hoot and a half. Any scene with her in it’s simply pure pleasure to jot down. I imply, you by no means know what she’s going to say or do subsequent, and that’s half the enjoyable of it. Let’s simply say, for those who’re searching for a great chuckle, Doris is your woman.

Do you’ve gotten any quirky writing habits? (fortunate mugs, cats on laps, and so on.)

Oh, I’ve acquired a number of. First and foremost, I at all times gentle a scented candle once I’m writing. It simply units the temper, you realize? Right now, I’m all about the coconut and lime scent. It’s like a tropical trip in my writing area. I even have a pair of noise-cancelling headphones that I like to make use of once I’m deep in the writing zone. I crank up a thunderstorm soundtrack to dam out any distractions and transport myself to a world of thunder and lightning. It’s like I’m writing a novel and directing a blockbuster film at the identical time. Of course, no writing session is full with out copious quantities of espresso. I’m fairly certain my blood is 90% caffeine at this level. And if that wasn’t distracting sufficient, I’ve a ginger cat named Maxx who likes to insert himself between me and my keyboard. He’s like my little writing assistant, solely he’s extra interested by getting his head scratched than serving to me come up with the subsequent plot twist.

Do you’ve gotten a motto, quote, or philosophy you reside by?

As a author of romantic mysteries, I imagine that the coronary heart of any good story is the characters. Whether it’s a detective fixing a criminal offense or a pair falling in love, it’s the folks at the heart of the story that maintain readers engaged. One of my favourite quotes about love comes from Elizabeth Peters, who wrote, “Love is not a matter of counting the years… But making the years count.”

In my books, the romance between the characters is at all times an vital half of the story, but it surely’s by no means the solely focus. At the identical time, I imagine {that a} good thriller ought to maintain readers guessing till the very finish. I typically draw inspiration from Agatha Christie, who was a grasp of crafting intricate puzzles that stored readers on the edge of their seats. As a thriller author, I try to create clues and purple herrings that can maintain readers engaged and guessing till the ultimate reveal. So, my motto as a author of romantic mysteries is to at all times put the characters first, whereas additionally crafting a puzzle that can maintain readers engaged. Whether my characters are fixing a criminal offense or falling in love (or each!), I need readers to be invested of their journey and keen to seek out out what occurs subsequent.

If you possibly can select one factor for readers to recollect after studying your e book, what would it not be?

I might need readers to recollect the feeling of being transported right into a world of magic, thriller, and romance. I need them to really feel like they had been proper there in Gravestone, experiencing the twists and turns of the investigation alongside Holly and Calder, and feeling the chemistry between them. And most of all, I need them to really feel a way of satisfaction at the finish of the e book, understanding that they had been in a position to remedy the thriller alongside with the characters and witness the triumph of justice over evil.