Jessica Hatch is the author of “whip smart,” quirky romantic comedies; creeping, eldritch short stories; and, once, a novella that the late, great Giancarlo DiTrapano called “wiiild.”

For all their differences, her works of fiction and non have the following things in common:

  • An introspective look at thought and memory;

  • A lush exploration of place and feeling;

  • “Wiiild” set pieces;

  • Characters with a deep, striving desire to belong.

(If any or all of that appeals to you, I’m glad you’re here. Peruse my books, blog, and bio; subscribe to my monthly newsletter below. It’ll keep you in the loop on new words, workshops, readings, and more.)

In the meantime, keep containing multitudes,
Jessica Hatch xx

Quick Links to My Books

My Big Fake Wedding

How to Keep a Husband for 10 Days

Here’s what readers are saying about My Big Fake Wedding:

  • "The novel is hilarious, whip smart, and makes me tear up just thinking about it."

    — Hurley Winkler

  • “I absolutely ADORED this book. I devoured it in less than a day and simply did not want to put it down!” ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

    — @reads.withgab

  • "It felt familiar like a romcom movie, sweet and funny with some cringeworthy moments and a very sweet ending. I look forward to seeing what else Jessica Hatch will write in the future." ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

    — Lauren Hewitt, reviewer

  • "What a great romantic comedy! I honestly had such a good time reading this one. ... A page turner ... Definitely a share-worthy book!" ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

    — Justin Hall, @bookscoffeesandcomics

  • "Beatrice Corbin is a mess. ... But it’s those same hectic qualities (against her hard-and-fast expectations) that make Beatrice Corbin a true delight. ... MY BIG FAKE WEDDING is smart, modern, funny (even laugh-out-loud hilarious), and eventually sweetly romantic. Make room for Bea Corbin on your to-read list!"

    — D. E. Lee ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

  • “Be prepared to laugh, swoon, and fall head over heels in love. I was enthralled from start to finish, and I’m still floating.” ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

  • "Bea felt so real. ... A quirky, sweet, and fun read!"

Here’s what readers are saying about How to Keep a Husband for Ten Days:

  • "A fun, good-for-the-soul read."

    — Katherine Hobbs, KERA News