About

Photo of Janet Koops

Stories of love, belonging, and the places we call home.

A former librarian, I now write fiction that explores how women rebuild, reinvent, and find love, community, and a renewed sense of purpose.

WHAT I WRITE ABOUT:

WOMEN’S FICTION

As a reader, I love stories that explore psychological and emotional journeys. Give me a far from perfect character, doing their best to build a life. I want to experience the world through their eyes.

So that is what I write about. My characters are imperfect and often frustrating. They often struggle with mental health and anxiety. All of them struggle with self-acceptance and self-esteem.

And they get a happy ending. More or less. There are no fairy tale happily ever afters, but I like to believe my characters ended up in a better place than where they started from, and as our journey with them ends, their story is just beginning.

ROMANCE

Writing romance is where I have a little fun, so I decided to embark on a romance series as a way of escaping a world where bad news threatens to overwhelm. My Kringle Cousin series is a place where kindness prevails, love is pure, and goodness always triumphs. Each story is imbued with a sprinkle of magic, reawakening a sense of wonder and hope akin to the wide-eyed innocence of childhood.

This series is more than just a collection of books; it’s a gateway to a realm where every reader (and the writer) is reminded of the power of love and the magic it holds.

WHAT YOU’LL FIND IN MY BOOKS:

WOMEN’S FICTION

  • Strong, relatable heroines
  • Found family
  • Emotional journeys
  • Belonging
  • And often cute pets

ROMANCE

  • Small-town charm
  • Quirky supporting characters
  • Strong communities
  • Hallmark vibes
  • Magical realism

BEYOND THE PAGE:

When I’m not writing, I’m often off exploring. Sometimes that means hiking mountain trails with my husky, Kodi, sometimes it’s road-tripping across Western Canada and the U.S., soaking in small towns, wide-open landscapes, and the people who bring them to life. No matter where I go, I’m always gathering little sparks of inspiration — a place, a moment, or a conversation that just might become the seed of my next story.