Monday, 30 March 2026




I write romantic comedies as both
Jennifer Joyce and Ashley Reece.
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A Magical New Year's Kiss | Jennifer Joyce

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Writing Tips: Building Characters

 



Before starting a new book, I need my three-act structured plot in place and I also need to know my characters. I thought I'd share how I go about getting to know my characters, using character sheets, online questionnaires and tests, and Pinterest.

Get to know your characters with the basics: Name, Age, Family, Where they live, What they do for a living, etc
What kind of personality does your character have? What are their fears?
Writing Tip: Don't know what your character does for a living? Take an online careers test and think about the answers your character would give to find their ideal careerNote down the little details on your character sheet: what are their favourite TV shows? What was their childhood dog called? Do they have phrases they like to use?
Interview your characters. Do they have tattoos or piercings? What's their clothing style? You might not use the information in your book but you'll have more of an understanding of who your character is!
Visualise your characters. Do you have an actor/actress in mind for the TV adaptation? Add them to your character sheet! Or set up a Pinterest board for your character and add pictures that show their personality. Bring them to life!

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Saturday, 14 February 2026

Book News: A Cover Reveal and a New Name

 

Latest News: A New Book & A New Name


I have two bits of book news to share today: I have the cover reveal for my new book and I have a new name to share.


The cover of my next book will look a little different to my others because it won't have 'Jennifer Joyce' on it; I'll be using a pen name.


But don't worry - Ashley Recce is still me. Still my writing. Still my rom coms with characters I hope you'll love as much as I do.


So, shall we see this cover then?


Introducing A Million Meet Cutes...



A Million Meet Cutes | Ashley Reece


Christina has always wanted her movie-perfect meet cute. Surely this would mean he was The One?

So she is shocked and amazed when one day she has very own meet-cute - sadly, the guy is most definitely NOT The One.

Over the weeks that follow, Christina finds herself encountering meet-cutes everywhere she goes - but she is still single. Plus, she's becoming fed up of getting tangled in dog leads (even if the dog owner is extremely handsome) and her car breaking down (even if the recovery guy is extremely handsome). Even when she is on a date, she has another meet-cute with a different guy.

What does it all mean and is this the way to find the perfect guy, or have her beloved romcom movies been lying to her all this time?


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What do you think?

I think she's a beauty and I can't wait until I get to share Christina's story with everyone!