Search This Blog

Friday, November 14, 2025

Struggles of a Novelist - Part One


Howdy. Thanks for stopping by for my first in this intimate series about a writer's life. I hope you enjoy these tidbits and come back for more. Please leave a comment and tell me what you think.  

Yes, the writer struggles to discipline herself enough to write a book. Then another and another. BUT ten years later, she's struggling again, but this time to re-edit early works. I no longer struggle to write a book. The words come pretty easily when I'm working on a story I love. But editing old books? Like pulling teeth. 

Right now I'm working on an unusual book - "Love's Last Chance." I love the title. But what's really different about this book is the heroes. I never - and I mean never - use real people in my stories. All of my characters are made up out of my head.

Not this book. There were three men in  my early, single days that came into my life and had a

 connection with me. I ended up walking away from each one. I've always figured it was because I was too young. Maybe 27, 28 years old. Would I still walk away from them now? I wasn't sure when I started "Love's Last Chance." But I am sure now. 

As I struggle to finish this edit, I will continue to post my progress here. I've uploaded the re-edited version as far as I've gotten, if you're curious. It's free in Kindle Unlimited. Meanwhile, I will be devoting an hour tonight to working on it. Thanks for stopping by. Stay tuned to this space. More to come from a writer's life.



Tuesday, September 23, 2025

Free Chapters of New Book in Progress

 I will be posting some chapters from my new romance, "Someone Like You" here in this blog. I'll probably update with new chapters weekly, or every other week. If you're interested and want to keep up on these free reads, I suggest you follow the blog so you'll be notified when a new chapter has been posted. 

Please leave comments. I will be looking for feedback on this book as it's still in progress and can be edited and updated. I'm loving this story. If you do as well, please tell me! Encouraging comments inspire me to keep writing. 

l'll post the first chapter tomorrow. Probably only half a chapter, since my chapters are about ten pages. Stay tuned!


Best regards, 

Jean

Tuesday, July 1, 2025

FREE FOOTBALL ROMANCE EBOOK! BOOK 1 IN THE "FIRST & TEN" SERIES!

  FREE - football romance - GRIFF MONTGOMERY, QUARTERBACK!!!!!!!!!!!

Book 1 of 9 in the "First & Ten" series. 

In the captivating novel, Griff Montgomery, Quarterback, author Jean C. Joachim delivers a poignant blend of romance, sports fiction, and drama. This novel is a must-read for those who crave stories rich with character development and emotional depth. Set in the world of professional sports and small-town life, it explores themes of loneliness, personal growth, and the quest for meaningful connections. With its unique narrative that intertwines the lives of a star quarterback and a woman at a personal crossroads, this book promises to resonate with readers who appreciate the complexities of human relationships.







DOWNLOAD GRIFF MONTGOMERY, QUARTERBACK FREE HERE: 


https://www.smashwords.com/books/view/1238990


FIRST  & TEN SERIES


                               Plus a Christmas book.

Follow this blog so you don't miss any special offers or new books!
      

Wednesday, April 23, 2025

NEW RELEASE! "SAM'S DECISION"

 Now that "Sam's Decision" has been released, the trilogy is complete. There will be one more book coming in the Catskills Saga of sweet historical romances. But now you can get all three -- all available in Kindle Unlimited here: 

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08L9HT3PD?binding=kindle_edition&ref=dbs_dp_rwt_sb_pc_tkin



Dive into Colonial America with the Chesney family as they move to Fitch's Eddy and their adventures begin. Steeped in the flavor of the times, this authentic series will captivate your heart as you watch pioneer folks grapple with the struggles of life in 1786 America. 

Dance with the people of Fitch's Eddy at the Harvest Festival, run from Zacaria Lee's mad bull, eat the fabulous baked goods from the hands of grandmother Martha Chesney, and fall in love with Abigail, Sarah and Sam. 

If you loved "Little House on the Prairie" you'll love The Catskills Saga.    Free in Kindle Unlimted.


Sunday, March 30, 2025

 Made friends with a squirrel in the museum park yesterday. He kept coming back for more peanuts. He'd come right up to me and take the peanut in the shell from my fingers.

But when I switched hands, to the hand with the watch on the wrist, he hesitated. How interesting that he noted that and wasn't sure it was safe. Didn't know anything about the watch. When I went back to holding the peanut in the other hand without the watch, he didn't hesitate. He must have taken 7 or 8 peanuts from me.
Who knew squirrels were so observant.