"Make Me Disappear" by Jessica Payne, with a chat about found family
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In this episode, author Jessica discusses her debut novel "Make Me Disappear," a gripping domestic suspense thriller. The story follows Noel, a nurse in Seattle, who plans her own kidnapping to escape her controlling boyfriend, Daniel. However, the situation takes a dark turn when her fake kidnapping becomes real, and she realizes she is still trapped. Determined to break free, she resolves to turn the tables on Daniel.
Jessica shares that she found solace and creativity through writing since middle school, with her mother's best friend, Carol, offering unwavering support. She also talks about her connection with Jamie Lynn Hendricks, her critique partner whom she met on Twitter. They provided each other with feedback and support, motivating Jessica throughout her writing process.
The conversation highlights Jessica's passion for writing thrillers, as she enjoys crafting captivating puzzles for readers to solve. She mentions her upcoming book release and expresses gratitude for the supportive people in her life. Jessica also discusses her involvement in the "Mom's Writer Club," a support group that offered camaraderie to mothers who were writers during the isolating lockdown period of the pandemic. She dedicates her third book to her late mentor and critique partner, Evie Hughes.
Sit back, relax, and tune in to The Acknowledgments.
Learn more about Jessica Payne and her works: visit https://jessicapayne.net/
Follow her on Twitter: @authorjesspayne
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