Jean Hackensmith, Author
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Jacob made Rebecca a promise 14 years ago--one that he's determined to keep.
Jean Hackensmith
I have been writing since the age of twenty. (That’s 48 years and, yes, I’m disclosing my age.) I am the proud mother of three and grandmother to four wonderful grandchildren. After losing who I thought was the love of my life, my late husband Ron, in November of 2011, I met Rick. So, it is definitely possible to have more than one "love of your life." Rick and I were married in July of 2018 and are still going strong today. He is my soulmate, my confidant, and my biggest fan. He has read every book I have ever written (even the romances!)
I moved from Superior 15 years ago, seeking the serenity of country living. I also wanted to get away from the natural air conditioning provided by Lake Superior. We moved only 50 miles south, but the temperature can vary by 20-30 degrees. I guess I’m a country girl at heart. I simply love this area, and am lucky to, once again, have someone to share its beauty. I love the solitude, the picturesque beauty of the sun rising over the water, the strangely calming effect of watching a deer graze outside your kitchen window. Never again, will I live in the city. I am an author, after all, and what better place to be inspired than in God’s own back yard.
Ingrid Jones,
Cover Illustrator
What Am I
Working on Now?
Below is the blurb for "The Winds Of Change", Book Six in The Wilderness saga. The book is nearing completion and will then go through the editing process. Look for a mid-late April release. If you would like to receive an email when "The Winds Of Change" becomes available on Amazon, sign up for the Mailing List below.
BLURB:
In the heart of northwestern Wisconsin, where rolling hills meet the sparkling shores of Lake Superior, the Wachsmann’s dairy farm flourishes—until a mysterious illness strikes their cheese factory workers. Desperate for answers, they turn to apothecary Alexandra Covington, a sharp and determined woman whose investigative skills soon uncover more than just the cause of the illness. As she forges a connection with the youngest Wachsmann, Michael, a tender romance blossoms amid the turmoil.
However, life on the farm is threatened on multiple fronts. Sarah Wachsmann, the cherished matriarch, begins to slip into the shadows of senile dementia, leaving her family to grapple with the painful reality of her fading memories. Meanwhile, an unseen arsonist lurks in the background, intent upon lighting the flames of destruction and dismantling the legacy the Wachsmanns have built over generations.
As Michael and Alex work together to unravel the truth behind the illness, they must also confront the family’s deepest fears and the looming threat of loss. In “The Winds Of Change,” readers are invited to witness a powerful tale of love, resilience, and the fight to protect what matters most, where every bond is tested and every secret revealed could change their lives forever.
Howzit! I am an Australian graphic and industrial designer who is living and freelance working in beautiful Cape Town South Africa. Designing Jean's novel covers has enlightened my understanding of America's history and captivated my imagination through her story telling. My design process begins by sourcing and creating the required imagery to compile together into the final covers. Then I present Jean with a selection of concepts to ensure I have captured the correct nuances of the story. Once the final tweaks and sizing is complete we are good to publish. Art and design are an absolute passion of mine and working with Jean is a total pleasure.
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