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Ep 137: Exploring Delaware with Author Jess Hansen

Our journey through the fifty states is nearing its end and today we are stopping in Delaware with author Jess Hansen.

Jess gives us a delightful tour of Delaware highlighting its flat geography, crowded beaches, and charming, small-town feel. For many, Delaware might be just a pass-through state, but Jess brings its uniqueness to life in her stories.

Jess especially loves to write stories set at Christmas time. Why Christmas? Jess loves holiday romances because they embody kindness, generosity, and that warm fuzzy feeling we all crave. Our book this week is The Hope of Christmas. Follow Sadie’s journey as she navigates life after inheriting her grandmother’s home and secondhand bookshop.

Don’t miss this heartwarming episode brimming with plenty of cozy, coastal vibes and holiday magic.

Meet Jess Hansen

author Jess Hansen

Jess Hansen is a small-town girl, born and raised. She lives in the Mid-Atlantic with her husband, daughter and two rescue dogs. Jess is a historian who always loved writing. When she turned her attention from historical writing to fiction, her clean small-town contemporary romance series, Love the Landings, was born.

Inspired by her own small-town upbringing, Jess writes sweet stories in charming settings. Her debut series: The Landings, is a series of heartwarming romances filled with stolen glances, butterfly feelings and first kisses.

Listen to Episode 137 Here

Exploring Delaware with Author Jess Hansen

In This Episode

We had so much fun chatting with Jess and here are some of the things we talked about:

  • Crowded beaches in summer
  • Writing holiday romance
  • Her Clayton Avenue Series
  • Working as a history researcher
  • Finding time to read
  • Her summer series – Sweet Summer Landings

Books Mentioned in this Episode

The Hope of Christmas

The Hope of Christmas by Jess Hansen book cover

Never Too Late

Never Too Late by Jess Hansen book cover

Connect with the Author

Jess would love to hear from you! Here’s how you can keep in touch with her:

Other Resources You’ll Love

More Books Set in Delaware

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Books set in Delaware

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