About Jae
Jae is the author of twenty-two award-winning lesbian romances.
She lives in the sunniest city in Germany, near the French and Swiss borders. The writing bug bit her at the age of eleven.
She used to work as a psychologist but gave up her day job in 2013 to become a full-time writer and a part-time editor. As far as she’s concerned, it’s the best job in the world.
When she’s not writing, she is an avid reader of lesbian books, indulges her ice cream and stationery addictions, and watches way too many crime shows.
FAQ
In the FAQ section, you’ll find my answers to the most frequently asked questions about my work, including:
– When’s your next book coming out?
– Will you write any more books in my favorite series?
– What are you working on right now?
– Which order should I read your books in?
Interviews
Cruden Bay Book Club – August 2022
I answered questions about Backwards to Oregon for a book club meeting.
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Lez Talk About Books, Baby – July 2022
Anita Kelly and I chat about my upcoming novel, my most recent book, my work with Ylva Publishing, and how my career as a psychologist influences my writing.
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Queerly Recommended – July 2022
Reviewer Tara Scott, author Kris Bryant, Sarah Wendell from Smart Bitches Trashy Books, and I talk about all-too-prevalent problem behaviors that authors face, ranging from inappropriate emails to straight-up stalking. Our conversation starts 15 minutes into the podcast.
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The Book Lover blog – June 2022
Italian book blogger Francesca interviewed me about my upcoming book, my favorite tropes and characters, and my favorite LGBTQ movie. The Italian version of the interview is available here.
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The Sapphic Book Review – May 2022
Laura Sieber Green and I talked about my upcoming book, the Hollywood series, the Portland Police Bureau series, and my favorite couples from my books.
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15 fellow authors and I answered Milena McKay’s question “why did you pick your pen name?”
Charlotte & Anna from Reads Rainbow and I talked about how I got into writing, which authors influenced my writing most, and which of my characters I’d pick as a fighting buddy in a zombie apocalypse.
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Milena McKay’s 20 Questions Interview – November 2021
Fellow author Milena McKay asked me 20 questions, including whether I believe in soul mates and what my proudest moment as a writer was.
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GCLS Virtual Series – November 2021
Melissa Brayden, Karin Kallmaker, Susan X Meagher, Yolanda Wallace, and I talked about creating characters.
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GCLS Conference – Career Shift to WLW Fiction Writer – August 2021
Melissa Brayden, Clare Ashton, Susan X Meagher, RJ Samuel, and I talk about how we became full-time writers of WLW fiction.
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GCLS Conference – Escapism vs. Real Life – August 2021
Ali Vali, Sheryl Wright, Avery Brooks, Jenn Alexander, and I talk about whether we include heavy subjects in our fiction or prefer escapism.
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Sapphic Book Reviews – October 2021
Laura from the Sapphic Book Reviews interviewed me about my latest book Chemistry Lessons, what team of authors I would take on a 2,000-mile road trip, and other interesting questions.
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All Stars Book Club – May 2021
Zara and Camille invited me to chat about my latest WLW romance, Wrong Number, Right Woman, and my upcoming novel Chemistry Lessons.
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GCLS Book Club – February 2021
Moderator KC Luck and the GCLS Book Club invited me to discuss Wrong Number, Right Woman.
Fellow author KD Williamson invited me to her Grrl on Fire vlog for one of her infamous hot sauce tastings. We talk about my latest book, my writing process, and the time I accidentally ate an atomic-level-spicy red Thai chili.
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Frankfurt Book Fair – October 2020
As part of the Frankfurt Book Fair, which was a digital event in 2020, Jae participated in a panel on Representation in Romance Novels: Highlighting LGBTQ+ Writers & Stories.
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Les Fiction Book Club – September 2020
Neen Cohen from the Les Fiction Bool Club and I chattered about “Wrong Number, Right Woman.”
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Chemistry 101 Panel – July 2020
Georgia Beers, Rachel Spangler, Carsen Taite, Elle Spencer, Jaime Clevenger and I chat about how we create characters who have great chemistry.
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Making a Living from Writing – June 2020
GCLS panel with Melissa Brayden, Amanda Radley, Lise Gold, Claire Highton Stevenson & Jae
Walki, a big fan of paranormal romance, interviews me about the Shape-Shifter series.
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Lee Winter and several readers asked me questions about Not the Marrying Kind, Paper Love, and my favorite childhood books.
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Readeropolis interviewed me about Just for Show and what to expect from me in the future.
Love in Panels – December 2018
Suzanne Krohn interviewed me about Paper Love, my favorite subgenres, and the changes in lesbian fiction publishing.
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Kathy interviewed me about my most successful book, the balance between writing and social media, and many other interesting things.
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Lesfic Book Club – August 2018
A discussion about Backwards to Oregon with the Lesfic Book Club on Slack.
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Author Meet & Greet with S.W. Andersen – August 2018
S.W. Andersen interviewed me about research, favorite foods, and character development.
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Rae D. Magdon and I talked about branding, marketing, and social media
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Alisha Kelley from Geek Gals interviewed me about my next book, writing full-time…and ice cream!
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EllCon Author Spotlight Interview – February 2018
I talked about Just for Show and my writing career with the EllCon organizers
First Steps in Publishing – November 2017
My publisher interviewed me about the first steps in my publishing career
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The Lesbian Talkshow October 2017
Sheena and I are talking about our favorite slow-burn romances
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Ylva Publishing – September 2017
I talk about my decision to write about an asexual main character in Perfect Rhythm.
The Liz McMullen Show – September 2016
I talk about Translating my work into German.
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Tara and Brooklyn choose Backwards to Oregon as their first lesbian book club book.
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Rachel Vigo invited me to talk about my historical romance Shaken to the Core.
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Sheena from The Lesbian Talk Show talked to me about writing and editing lesbian fiction.
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Voices of Lesbian Literature – February 2016
Marion Dries interviewed me for her podcast.
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Liz McMullen Show – January 2016
Liz McMullen interviewed me for her podcast.
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Women and Words – January 2016
Women & Words invited me for a Q&A.
Ylva Publishing – December 2015
Spotlight interview about Just Physical.
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Lesbian Book Club podcast with Clare Lydon – July 2015
Clare Lydon talked to me about my writing life, the psychology of being a writer, and my catalogue of work.
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Gill McKnight interviewed me for Women & Words.
Lesbian Reading Room – July 2014
Velvet Lounger asked me six questions about books, writing, and my personal bucket list.
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Character Interview on Barbara Winkes’ Blog – January 2014
Barbara Winkes posted a character interview with Amy Hamilton from Hidden Truths in her Wednesday Women spotlight.
Interview on Michele Reynolds’ Blog – October 2013
Fellow writer Michele Reynolds interviewed me after the release of True Nature.
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The Cocktail Hour – August 2013
In the newest Cocktail Hour interview, we talked mostly about Second Nature.
Interview on Ylva Publishing’s blog – October 2012
This was the first interview after switching publishers.
I had a fun conversation with Cheri and Andy about Hidden Truths among other things.