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About JT Hume
About the Author
JT Hume started life as a rambling man. He was born in El Paso because his Army parents had sex in Texas, and he’s lived in various states and three different countries over the years. Along the way, he became a proud Nevadan and product of the Silver State’s K12 and higher education system. He proudly served in the United States Air Force, something he reminds people of every day (like most veterans).
The best decision he ever made was over forty years ago when he asked Cassidy Carson to marry him. The jury is still out on whether accepting said proposal was Cassidy’s best decision.
JT’s books are formed from his knowledge and interest in politics, government, and religion, and his characters are maneuvered through strategies honed over many years playing incredibly bad chess. Some might say his books are flavored with the love and romance he’s shared with his soulmate over their many decades together, but that’s icky to even think about, so don’t go there.
Instead, please read his books and reach out to him with feedback and constructive criticism. Or just say hi. Really, he’ll talk your ear off if you let him. Thanks in advance.
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Blog postWhat hooks a reader into buying and reading a book? Heck if we know, but we try to examine that “hook” that pulls readers into our books. I read the first chapter of my latest book as an example. (Adult content warning)
We also talk about finishing the first draft of our latest book, and we go into the fun and challenges of writing a joint book. Lots of lessons learned!
We say this a lot, but this podcast is packed! If you’re a writer or a reader, there’s good things here for11 hours ago Read more -
Blog postTwo weeks ago, CC gave me random prompts and had me make up a story on the fly, testing me as a pantser. CC took her turn as a plotter with these three prompts:
Dropped into an alien world
High school romance
Teenage girl superhero
(Giving credit, the prompts came from https://www.servicescape.com/writing-prompt-generator)
We had an interesting conversation about the strengths and weaknesses of being a plotter, and we narrow it down to one four-letter word. <1 week ago Read more -
Blog postI’m in the local Starbucks working on CC’s and my latest book with an eye on my Kindle bookshelf’s activity. I am humbled.
This last weekend’s giveaway was wildly successful with dozens of books heading out the door. I am incredibly grateful. If you were one of the downloaders, thank you and I hope they enrich your day.
If I may ask, a small review would be welcome. The more reviews, the more visibility the books gain in the the Kindle algorithms. Typos are welcome!
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Blog postCC is sitting behind me as we edit. Hiding the text from you for now. CC and I are writing a book together, and today we talk about the intense editing session we’re doing this weekend. We’re learning a lot about collaboration, writing styles, sentence structures, and editing in general.
Have a listen and let us know what you think!
Happy Birthday to Ruth Buzzi, Lynda Carter, and to all July 24 babies!
If you’re reading this on Sunday, July 24, 2022, all of my books a2 weeks ago Read more -
Blog postSunday, July 24th has four great things going for it:
Ruth Buzzi’s Birthday
National Tequila Day
My birthday
Free Books!
Yes, all of my books will be free for the taking on Sunday. All of them for one day. It’s my gift to y’all for putting up with podcasts and tweets and everything.
Please grab them on Sunday and pass them to your friends, loved ones, and neighbors.
Thank you so much in advance for following along. LYL!
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Blog postPantsing (also known as winging it) is the term Wrimos use refer to writing without a fixed outline (an outline that the writer will force themselves to follow). A Wrimo who adopts the pantsing approach to writing is called a pantser. (source)
Today was a fun podcast on Pantsing with CC challenging me with three surprise writer’s prompts:
Dropped into an alien world
High school romance
Teenage girl superhero
Next week, CC is going to do the same prompts, but3 weeks ago Read more -
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Blog postWe chat about our current WIP and whether we should do a “Happily Ever After” versus “Happy For Now” kind of ending.
Readers want both, often at the same time, which can lead to “interesting” sequels.
Spoilers: Star Wars, The Godfather, The Matrix, and The Mummy (Brenden Frasier version, obv).
We also announce a big deal happening on July 24th. More details soon on our website at http://www.carsonhume.com
Have a listen and let us know what you think! TIA! LYL!4 weeks ago Read more -
Blog postWe chat about our summer reading experiences from younger days, plus we talk about our current projects and our thoughts about “assigned reading.” You’ll learn more about the teenage CC and JT than you probably want to know, but, hey, listening is free!
Also on the menu: updates on our writing projects, including the numbers (“45K+” and “100+K”) and possible editing/publishing schedules.
We’re keeping busy, but not staying out of trouble only for you, our favorite listeners. H1 month ago Read more -
Blog postLots of free books this week to welcome “Starting Over in Las Vegas” to my library. It’s available for pre-sale now and will be delivered on Friday, July 1.
These will be free from Tuesday, June 28 to Thursday, June 30:
SOILV is the sequel to “Love & Death on I-80 West,” the first Tucci book. He is one messed up dude. The first book is more graphic and gritter than the sequel, and it’s not for the faint of heart.
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Blog postIn a very special Saturday episode of the Amateur Hour, CC and I chat about the real-life ghosts in our lives, the people we see in random places who look like loved ones and friends who’ve passed away. For that millisecond before we remember they’re gone, we can be hit with a ton of strong feelings, including the echoes of the love and affection for someone we don’t get to see anymore. A difficult and very personal subject for a podcast, but as writers, we talk about how we can use these
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Titles By JT Hume
"Sheriff Maggie Doane is a workaholic, and the fact that she has to keep an eye on her willfully incompetent team of deputies doesn't help matters. Her best deputy is her partner, a dog named Max. The department is underfunded and understaffed, and promising new hire Cheryl "Charlie" Stone arrives just in time to help solve a brutal murder. Set away from the bright lights of Las Vegas and in the fictional rural area of Jefferson County, this story has some surprising twists and characters you'll want to keep following." Susie D., Line Editor, Red Adept Editing
"A well-paced mystery led by an immensely likable heroine." Virge B., Proofreader, Red Adept Editing
Reviewers said this about "A Sheriff in Nevada":
"...this story has some surprising twists and characters you'll want to keep following."
"A well-paced mystery led by an immensely likable heroine."
"...packed with facts about Nevada and law enforcement. I just hope Hume didn't put everything he had into this novel, because I'm looking for sequels."
"Lots of local color, vivid characters, and friction here, against a backdrop of brothels, casinos, ranches, and a military base that's hiding something."
"JT Hume has us empathizing with his characters. A good story, well-told."
"A good portrayal of really rural Nevada and law enforcement. Hume is really getting his feet under him as an author."
"The writing is crisp and clean, great action scenes and great characters. I don't think we've heard the last of Sheriff Maggie Doane."
"JT Hume creates characters that are real, both strong and vulnerable at the same time. Sheriff Maggie is such a character."
"I loved how the author painted a picture of the stark yet beautiful Nevada desert, capturing the essence of rural Nevada. He brought me to laughter and to tears. Here's hoping for more to come from this author."
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What others have said about JT Hume's books:
If you enjoy gritty fiction, you'll enjoy this book.
Could not put this one down! This author is really hitting his stride. This is one of the best books I've read in awhile. Well developed characters that I came to care about.
...this story has some surprising twists and characters you'll want to keep following.""JT Hume has us empathizing with his characters. A good story, well-told.
The writing is crisp and clean, great action scenes and great characters.
JT Hume creates characters that are real, both strong and vulnerable at the same time.
What other have said:
“George Tucci, serial killer turned bounty hunter, takes down a pedophile publicly and violently, and then his life starts to unravel. In this action-packed story of revenge and redemption, Tucci must figure out how to protect his loved ones and face his demons. Brutal and heartwarming in turns, Love and Pain is a thrilling adventure from start to finish.”
"Former vigilante and all-around macho man George Tucci sees his life crumble around him and has to start over again. Can he repair his fractured relationships, build new ones, and become a better person? You'll enjoy finding out in this dramatic, poignant story."
"A Great book with unforgettable characters."
What others have said about Emma Parks and JT Hume's books:
"JT Hume seems to know his social services. As someone deeply acquainted with this field, this story is not far fetched at all."
"I was curious to see how the author could make a CPS (Child Protective Services) employee's first week on the job interesting without adding steamy sex or a murder mystery or some other kind of drama. But as Emma reported to work and began meeting her co-workers and others in the system, I found myself caring about her and the other characters."
"It's so unusual to have CPS portrayed relatively realistically (maybe even very realistically) and as real people, plus the bonus, in my opinion, of not having to wade through sex."
"I like the main character, Emma, and her boss, their relationship is interesting. Also, the back story on the main character is complex and will continue, I'm sure, to interfere with her life. Also, the romance is fun."
"If you enjoy gritty fiction, you'll enjoy this book."
"Could not put this one down! This author is really hitting his stride. This is one of the best books I've read in awhile. Well developed characters that I came to care about. I really hope this becomes a series and I look forward to finding out what happens next. A difficult subject handled very, very well."
"...this story has some surprising twists and characters you'll want to keep following."
"JT Hume has us empathizing with his characters. A good story, well-told."
"The writing is crisp and clean, great action scenes and great characters."
"JT Hume creates characters that are real, both strong and vulnerable at the same time."
Available on May 1, 2020!