Meet the author: 5 minutes with JM Hewitt

Local author JM Hewitt will be appearing at this year's Bury St Edmunds Literature Festival alongside Phoebe Morgan. The two best-selling authors will be in conversation about thriller fiction for their The Suspense Is Killing Us event at the Bury St Edmunds Literature Festival at 1.30pm on Sunday 13th October 2024 at the Unitarian Meeting Hall, Bury St Edmunds for an enriching experience.

Early influences

Growing up, Jeanette was deeply inspired by literary giants and unique personalities. Among her heroes were Stephen King, whose boundless imagination captivated her from a young age, and Ffyona Campbell, the first woman to walk around the world. She also admired Freddie Mercury for his relentless pursuit of his dreams despite naysayers.

Early Spark of Interest

JM Hewitt's journey into writing began early. She voraciously read through local and school libraries, eventually turning to her mother’s book collection. By the age of ten, having exhausted all available books, she decided to create her own stories. This early ambition set the stage for her future career as a writer.

The Perfect Village: A Modern Take on a Local Legend

At this year's Bury St Edmunds Literature Festival, Jeanette will be discussing her latest novel, The Perfect Village. This book is a modern interpretation of the local legend, The Green Children of Woolpit. Jeanette's unique perspective on this tale promises to captivate attendees and spark engaging conversations.

Engaging with the Audience

Jeanette is eagerly anticipating an interactive and engaged audience at the festival. She looks forward to a lively Q&A session, hoping to connect deeply with her readers and fans.

Current Reads and Recommendations

For those curious about Jeanette's literary tastes, her recent favourites include Go As A River by Shelley Read, which she describes as an instant top ten read. Following that, she enjoyed Weyward by Emila Hart, finding that the two books complemented each other perfectly.

A Lesser-Known Talent

Before dedicating herself to writing, JM Hewitt was an accomplished dancer, even representing England at an international level!

Join JM Hewitt and Phoebe Morgan in conversation about thriller fiction for their The Suspense Is Killing Us event at the Bury St Edmunds Literature Festival at 1.30pm on Sunday 13th October 2024 at the Unitarian Meeting Hall, Bury St Edmunds for an enriching experience.

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