About the Book

Book: Blue Jean Bayou Author: Janis Jakes Genre: Contemporary Inspirational Romance Release Date: June 12, 2026 After Jenna’s father dies, she travels to his cabin in the Texas Piney Woods to oversee the remodeling and ready the property for sale. She’s surprised when the contractor is a childhood crush – now a handsome man with a heart of gold. Their friendship reignites, bringing the possibility of more…but at a price. Jenna, a business owner, loves the bustling streets of Manhattan. Creed, a military veteran with a hero’s past, finds refuge in small-town living. When Jenna learns her father led a secret life, her world turns upside down, and she suspects Creed knows more than he’s telling. As the truth about her father emerges, Jenna faces the secrets hidden in her own heart and must choose: a life of high heels and high rises or a meandering bayou with the man she now loves.

Excerpt from the Book

“Dad mentioned Johnson’s Remodeling. But he never mentioned you,” Jenna said. “Guess he wanted to surprise you.” She couldn’t tell if Creed was serious or joking, and with her dad, who knew what he was really thinking. While her father was loving and kind, his communication skills weren’t the best. She’d always told herself he was from a different era and cut from a different cloth: few words, strong faith, quiet courage. “I just got here this morning. The last time I saw my dad—” Words stuck in her throat. “Sam didn’t like living so far from his kids but didn’t want to leave Shelton’s Cove. Especially as he got older.” He drew his hat off his head. “He was a good person. I’m sorry for your loss.” “Thank you.” Her gaze shifted toward the canoe. “He’d be pretty angry with me right now. I think I ruined his fishing canoe.” “Angry? Naw. I told Sam plenty of times he needed to fix that old thing before some kids came along and took it for a joy ride. Can’t very well blame you for that.” A grin slid across his features. “Sure wish he was here so I could tell him, ‘I told you so.’”

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About the Author

Janis Jakes is an author of multiple contemporary and historical inspirational romances with an emphasis on courageous men, strong women, Texas sunsets, and happily ever after.